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… appliances, such as irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are … blisters; cooling reduces pain and injury Keep your child warm; only cool the skin that has been burned If the burn is …
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… or contact lenses and a written prescription from your eye doctor If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to … fish or shellfish Sun protection Protect your skin and eyes from damage caused by the sun. Wear clothing that covers your skin and eyes such as a hat with a wide brim and sunglasses with …
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… wash your hands and your child’s hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. This is especially … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, please visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye …
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… to reduce the chance of getting the repellent in their eyes and mouths Apply the repellent only on exposed skin or … face. Try to avoid getting it around your mouth or in your eyes. If you do get repellent in your eyes, flush well with water Do not use the repellent on open …
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… she looked in the rearview mirror to check on him. Nathan’s eyes were rolling to the back of his head, the entire left … injury and can be fatal. Due to his stroke, Nathan has problems learning, and he will have lifelong problems moving his body on the left side. Nathan’s injury …
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… given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . … birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver damage, and brain damage. …
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… can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also … to manage eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties? Problems with eating, chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can … or swallow many times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after swallowing Have food or …
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… should do the following: Wash the wound well with soap and warm water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. …
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… of chemicals that can cause immediate symptoms including: Eye, nose and throat irritation Shortness of breath Headaches Fatigue Nausea Dizziness Skin problems Higher concentrations may cause: Lung irritation …
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… of breath Irritation of the nasal passage, throat and eyes Symptoms may be worse in cold weather, which can also … dioxide concentrations may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce the risk of …
