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… he or she still requires parental or some support. Just as children with autism vary in their capabilities, so do … resources available should you die. If you have other children who have developed normally, include them in the … he or she still requires parental or some support. Just as children with autism vary in their capabilities, so do …
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… can get pinworms, but they are most common in school-aged children. They are usually spread like this: A child … the first treatment. Pinworm medicine may not be safe for children younger than 2 and women who are pregnant or … again: Wash your hands carefully and often. Teach your children to do the same, especially after they use the …
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… help teens gain confidence to make good choices. Even young children have opinions about substance use. So start early … Share your beliefs. They may not act like it, but most children listen to what their parents tell them. Talk with … Pressure Helping Your Child Build Inner Strength Stress in Children and Teenagers Teen Substance Use: Making a Contract …
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… scalp occurs all over the world and is most common in young children. Ringworm of the beard is not common. What causes … for several months on people, animals, and personal items. Children are more likely to get ringworm than adults. When … how long your child needs to stay out of school. Usually children can go to school after they have started treatment …
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… to the vaccine, giving you better protection from disease. Children are naturally exposed to aluminum in the … the use of vaccines containing thimerosal and harm to children. These studies are posted at the Institute of … or in cells taken from eggs (MMR and MMRV vaccines). Children with egg allergies can be safely immunized with …
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… People of all ages bite their nails. About half of all children between the ages of 10 and 18 bite their nails at … Boys bite their nails more often than girls after age 10. Children may bite their nails more often when they are … child or his or her teacher about any new stress at school. Children are more likely to stop biting their nails when …
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… You have back pain, and you also have housework to do, children to take care of, and errands to run. When you can't … to squat when you put those books on the floor. Picking up children Try to avoid picking up children while you're standing up. If you must, remember to …
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… into a muscle. Adults usually get 1 dose of the vaccine and children usually get 2 doses of the vaccine. Ask your health … it. Keep vaccine records for yourself and all of your children, and after your children are grown provide their records to them and their …
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… meningitis). Some brands are approved for use only in children, while others can be used in both children and adults. Vaccines may not fully protect everyone … the thigh in infants or into the upper arm in toddlers, children, and adults. The child may receive up to 4 …
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… in people at high risk from the infection (such as young children, older adults, and people with chronic health … into a muscle by a health care professional. Adults and children usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and … one dose is required for people aged 9 years and older. Children under 9 years of age may receive a second dose …