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… bacterium. It is more common in summer than winter. Children ages 2 to 4 are most likely to get the condition. … toilet trained. Family members and playmates of infected children are also at high risk of becoming infected. Food … usually lasts 4 to 7 days. In some people, especially young children and older adults, the diarrhea can be so severe …
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… has been withdrawn from the US market due to problems with safety. A possible cancer-causing impurity has been found in … nausea/vomiting stomach pain Do not use this medication in children younger than 12 unless directed by the doctor. … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… ("flu") virus. It is also called the seasonal flu shot. Influenza can cause serious illness (rarely death), … in people at high risk from the infection (such as young children, older adults, and people with chronic health … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at …
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… to thrive? Failure to thrive is a term used to describe a child who seems to be gaining weight or height more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to … conditions, such as anemia or thyroid problems. Some children do not thrive as expected because they do not get …
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… 5 to 13 On this page: If your child with Down syndrome is between the ages of 5 and 13, … to help you manage your feelings and plan for your child's long-term care needs. Your doctor will likely address a variety of issues during your child's regularly scheduled checkups. In addition to talking …
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… Tips for Parents of Children With Epilepsy On this page: Overview Overview If your child has epilepsy , there are many ways to lower his or her … on cribs and beds, and use padded side rails on your older child's bed. But don't use sleep positioners, bumper pads, …
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… travelling. Do: Eat foods that are well cooked and served hot Use bottled or treated water for brushing teeth Drink … water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine … with children (#41d) Traveller's diarrhea (#41e) Malaria prevention (#41f) The pregnant traveller (#41g) Japanese …
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… unusual organisms, such as Gram-negative bacteria or fungi. Prevention You can help prevent or delay complications by … unusual organisms, such as Gram-negative bacteria or fungi. Prevention You can help prevent or delay complications by …
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… at the same time. Strabismus most often begins in early childhood. It is sometimes called crossed-eyes, walleye, or … to merge what one eye sees with what the other eye sees. A child rarely outgrows strabismus after it has developed. … can cause permanent vision problems. For example, if the child is not using one eye because it is misaligned, the …
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… Diabetes in Children: Special Camps On this page: Overview Overview Camps for children who have diabetes give your child a chance to meet and share experiences with other …
