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… to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and grapes … choking, such as marbles or jacks. Look for age guidelines when selecting toys for children. Do not let your child play … to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and grapes …
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… called Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, which occurs when a baby dies suddenly while sleeping without a clear … infant death is accidental. These deaths are usually caused when a baby is accidentally smothered by items in the bed, … tummy while sleeping, gently place them on their back. When your baby can roll over easily on their own from back …
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… pain medicine. Surgery to remove the tonsils is only used when there are serious problems with the tonsils. Does your … children who have serious complications. Or it may be done when there are repeated infections that don't respond to other treatment, especially when they interfere with daily life. But it should only be …
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… infection can spread easily in the home. This may happen when items around the house become soiled or when you come into contact with body fluids, such as blood … mop the floors, always use a clean mop. Wipe up any spills when they happen. Clean the inside of the refrigerator …
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… are comfortable with where you choose to have your baby . When thinking about your birth wishes, ask: Where will we …
Medications
… should only be used in carefully selected patients. When you are lying on your back, this medication causes a … certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. This condition is also known as orthostatic … carefully. This drug is taken during daytime hours, when people stand most often. This medicine should not be …
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… HIV: Preventing Infections HIV: Preventing Other Infections When You Have HIV HIV: Tips for Caregivers to Avoid …
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… that can add to the risk may help to see a problem early when it is easier to treat. Learn more Eating Disorders: … period of time (less than 2 hours) on a regular basis. Eat when you're not hungry. Feel like you can't stop eating. Eat faster than normal when you binge eat. Eat so much that you feel painfully …
Medical tests
… You may feel a quick, sharp pain down your buttock or leg when the needle is moved in your spine. You may find it hard … You may feel a quick, sharp pain down your buttock or leg when the needle is moved in your spine. You may find it hard …
Medical tests
… Find out if you are getting the right amount of oxygen when you are using oxygen in the hospital. Measure the … Find out if you are getting the right amount of oxygen when you are using oxygen in the hospital. Measure the …