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… cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that … they can safely sit in the middle of a standard swing. Help your child be safe when on the equipment. Have your child … Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other …
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… Overview Overview Maybe you've found yourself drinking more alcohol than you'd prefer. If you … the alcohol). Drink more water. Use the water to quench your thirst. Drink a glass of water before you have any … much you spend on alcohol each month. How much is that a year? If you cut back, what could you do with the money you …
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… 1 out of 100 adults with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy each year. footnote 1 Sudden death is often the result of … can be caused by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. To find out your risk of sudden death, your doctor will do tests and ask you about your health and …
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… Central and South America and Asia. However, nearly every year in the spring and summer, B.C. residents are affected … with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash … and Asia into B.C. in the spring and summer will increase your risk of Cyclospora infection To reduce your risk of …
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… draining and demanding for a child with autism. Yet, years of practise has shown that ABA techniques result in … ABA or TEACCH, be sure to check to see if it is covered by your provincial health plan or private health insurance … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Ages 5 to 13 On this page: If your child with Down syndrome is between the ages of 5 and … 13, you will likely have ongoing questions and concerns. Your doctor can help answer your questions. And he or she … in. Social skills and relationships outside the home. Discuss your child's general behaviour and what kinds …
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… Treatment Overview A ureteroscopy is a type of procedure. Your doctor may do it to remove kidney stones from one of your ureters. These are the tubes that carry urine from your … not feel pain. What To Expect Most people are able to go home the same day of the procedure. But you may need to stay …
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… cramps (dysmenorrhea) can occur during or just before your period. The cramping can involve your lower belly, back, or thighs. And the pain from these … or nausea. Or you may get dizzy. Pain medicine and home treatment can help you feel better. How can you manage …
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… Wheezing and trouble breathing. How is it diagnosed? If your doctor thinks that you may have an enterovirus D68 … get a physical examination and be asked questions about your symptoms and past health. Your doctor may collect a … hands regularly. Keep your hands away from your face. Stay home from school, work, and other public places until you …
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… is a type of surgery to remove tissue from the back of your throat. You will be asleep during surgery. The doctor … palate. The soft palate is the back part of the roof of your mouth. After this tissue is removed, air may move … positive airway pressure (CPAP). You will probably go home the day after surgery. In about 1 to 2 weeks, you can …
