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… and food poisoning to rattlesnake bites and car seats for children, the information is here. Do you want to know about … Carts Child Safety: Washing Toys to Prevent Germs Childbirth: Strep Infections During Delivery Chili Pepper Burns … to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Dehydration Dental Care: 6 Years to 16 Years Depression Screening Diabetes in Children: …
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… usual Having a hard time falling asleep Symptoms in young children Young children can have the same symptoms of a … Symptoms in older adults Concussions in adults, 65 years of age and older, can also be dangerous. This is … Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Preventing Falls in Older Adults Returning …
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… (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. … insect bites or patches of eczema. What are the symptoms? A child with impetigo will have a skin rash that looks like a … pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care …
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… and rubella (MMR) vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care … women be vaccinated for measles until after they give birth. Everyone within the same household should be up to … offices, travel health clinics and pharmacies (for those 4 years of age and older). You can find a health unit near you …
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… delivery. Or newborns may get acne because the stress of birth may cause the baby's body to release hormones. … same time. Infantile acne usually clears up by the time the child is 2 years old. The pimples rarely leave scars. Infantile acne …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Td vaccine? … your health care provider to make an appointment. In early childhood, immunization for tetanus and diphtheria is … and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these as infants and toddlers. They get a …
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… in both men and women. Also, cancer treatment in children may affect their future fertility. Infertility from … shielded during radiation therapy. During treatment, use birth control . Radiation to the testicles and some … with ejaculation, you still may be able to father a child using assisted reproductive technologies . Women …
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… Urinary Tract Infections in Children On this page: Cause What Increases … bladder to empty of urine. These problems may be present at birth or may develop soon after. Not urinating often enough, … other tests if your child has a UTI and: Is younger than 2 years old and has a fever. Doesn't get better after 4 days …
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… oil, and canola oil. Is a vegetarian or vegan diet safe for children and teens? A well-planned vegetarian or vegan diet … ages 1 to 2 years need extra fat for brain and nerve development. If you use milk, use whole milk. Don't use … Nutrition for healthy term infants: Recommendations from birth to six months. A joint statement of Health Canada, …
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… Keep cords from blinds, drapes, and phones out of your child's reach. Attach cords to mounts that hold them tight, … your baby safe from suffocation. Until your baby's first birthday, always place your baby to sleep on their back to … Child Safety: Preventing Drowning Crib Safety Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and Development, …
