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… to breathe. It is caused by damage to the lungs over many years, usually from smoking. COPD is often a mix of two … if you had a lot of serious lung infections when you were a child. People who get emphysema in their 30s or 40s may have … such as industrial dust and chemical fumes. Preterm birth that leads to lung damage (neonatal chronic lung …
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… Information Getting Started Sleeping patterns vary by child and evolve over the first year. Most newborns sleep … be hard for them to get to sleep. Until your baby's first birthday, remember to put your baby down to sleep on their … baby agree with the plan. Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and Development, …
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… are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis; or With … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… But they are different than the tiny, flat, red spots or birthmarks (hemangiomas) that are on the skin all the time. … or blood spots under skin How old are you? Less than 3 years Less than 3 years 3 years or older 3 years or older … have symptoms of shock? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes …
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… Paediatric Society - recommend breastfeeding for two years or longer. Breastfeeding or chestfeeding has many benefits for both you and your child. Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly … heart disease and obesity later in life May improve brain development (higher IQ) Benefits of breastfeeding or …
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… might mistake them for normal aging. Symptoms in infants, children, teens, and pregnant women Although rare, … cause brain damage, leading to intellectual disability and developmental delays . In Canada, all children are tested for hypothyroidism at birth. Intellectual disability usually does not occur if …
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… 4 times a day (morning, noon, afternoon, and evening). If a child is using this medication, an adult should help the child when starting treatment, especially if the child is younger than 10 years old. Continue to help until the child is able to …
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… have thin and brittle bones ( osteoporosis ) in your later years. Children who don't get enough vitamin D may not grow as much … genetic problem that causes growth delays before and after birth. Taking too many vitamin D supplements. Low values Low …
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… bone mass after they reach peak bone density at about 30 years of age. The thicker your bones are at about age 30, … and osteoporosis. What you eat is very important to bone development. Calcium is the most critical mineral for bone … now. But if you are a young adult or if you are raising children, there are things you can do to help develop strong …
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… maintenance shots every 6 to 8 weeks over the next 3 to 5 years. footnote 1 Depending on your situation, your doctor … Allergy shots are usually recommended if an adult or child has had a severe systemic reaction, especially … to shots. Most doctors do not give allergy shots to children younger than age 5. Citations Golden …
