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… an unclean environment. Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close head-to-head contact. … best way to prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to avoid head-to-head contact. Teach them not to … for pregnant or nursing people and children less than 4 years of age. What options are not recommended for treating …
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… your chances of having a baby with a genetic condition or birth defect are higher than average. Even though … to continue your pregnancy or make plans to care for a sick child. Compare your options Compare Compare Option 1 Have … 39 I have no family history of birth defects. But I am 42 years old, which puts me at higher risk for having a baby …
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… methylene chloride in it. This is especially important when children are around. (Methylene chloride converts to carbon … room. Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: November 14, 2022 …
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… CPR Basics What to do Recommendations for: Adults and older children who have reached puberty Young children until the … Dealing With Emergencies Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Premature …
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… you? Less than 3 months Less than 3 months 3 months to 3 years 3 months to 3 years 4 years or older 4 years or older … of a serious illness? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . … worst pain you can imagine? Signs of pain in an adult or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler …
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… history with your doctor. Even if you had a vaccine as a child, it doesn't guarantee that you are now fully immune. … , and chickenpox can harm a growing fetus. They can cause birth defects, fetal death, or premature birth. Chickenpox … before or during your pregnancy. footnote 3 Your other children should receive their immunizations on schedule. …
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… is croup? Croup is a common respiratory problem in young children. It tends to occur in the fall and winter. Its main … that lead to the lungs. This can make it hard for your child to breathe. An attack of croup can be scary, but it is rarely serious. Children usually get better in several days with rest and …
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… Stress in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Related … skill by watching you. Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Headaches in Children Healthy Habits for Kids Stress …
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… Tourette syndrome (TS) is a brain condition that starts in childhood. Children with TS make sounds or movements that … their worst by age 12. Tics tend to decrease during teenage years. Sometimes they go away by adulthood. What causes it? … Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics Current as of: August 25, 2022 …
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… about sexual abuse or assault How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … supposed to take care of. Two common types of neglect are: Child neglect . This happens when parents (or other caregivers) fail to provide a child with the food, shelter, schooling, clothing, medical …
