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… of blood clots, this medication must not be used just for birth control. It should also not be used with other birth … if you smoke cigarettes/use tobacco and are over 35 years old. Smoking raises your risk of stroke, heart attack, … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… body as overweight. Anorexia usually starts in the teen years. It's much more common in females than males. Early … people who have anorexia need treatment. Even if you, your child, or someone else you care about has only a couple of … than is normal or expected for your age, gender, stage of development, or physical health. (In a child or teen, losing …
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… is the key to preventing problems during pregnancy and birth. You may be able to control your blood sugar if you … What Happens Most women who have gestational diabetes give birth to healthy babies. But sometimes high blood sugar … that you get tested for type 2 diabetes at least every 3 years. footnote 3 If your blood sugar is slightly high, you …
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… with the changes and unknowns that come with pregnancy and birth. When both partners support each other, they … can a partner do during pregnancy? If this is your first child, learn as much about pregnancy as you can. Read about … prenatal tests, such as those for birth defects. Go to childbirth classes. You also can support your partner in …
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… deaths related to sleep: footnote 1 Until your baby's first birthday, put your baby to sleep on their back, not on the … sleep. Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Positional Plagiocephaly (Flattened Head) Sudden … http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/hp-ps/dca-dea/stages-etapes/childhood-enfanc… . Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… problems. That's because they lose muscle mass as they age. Children may have arm problems because they are usually more active than adults. And children's bones and muscles are growing more quickly. They … Yes Arm problem No Arm problem How old are you? Less than 5 years Less than 5 years 5 years or older 5 years or older …
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… this medication. Ask your doctor about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 1 year after stopping treatment. Do not use birth control that contains estrogen. If you become … this medication. Ask your doctor about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 1 year …
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… in the muscle wall does not close as it should before birth, leaving a weak area in the belly muscle. Pressure on … not need treatment right now. Hernias in babies and young children can be more dangerous and generally need to be … hernias cannot be prevented, especially in infants and children. Adults may be able to prevent a few hernias or …
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… a month, you'll breathe deeper and cough less. Over the years, your risk for heart disease, stroke, and cancer will … a cigarette. What reasons do you have for smoking? Why children and teens smoke Many children and teens use cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or other …
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… caused by an infection. The infection occurs most often in children, teens, and young adults. Also at risk are older … Fever. Headache. Vomiting. Trouble staying awake. Seizures. Children, older adults, and people with other medical … can be spread in many ways. This includes: During birth. A mother can pass germs that cause meningitis to her …