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… and death are most common in infants less than 12 months of age and adults. Complications of measles can … soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health …
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… because they worry their baby is not getting enough to eat. Babies go through 'growth spurts' at about 2-3 weeks, 6 weeks and 2-3 months and want to feed more often. Your breasts may feel … your baby needs. Check with your health care provider Some babies may need formula supplements for a medical reason. …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most babies and older children have several mild infections of … muscles to breathe. This causes a "sucking in" between or under the ribs (retractions). Respiratory problems may have … problem No Respiratory problem How old are you? Less than 3 months Less than 3 months 3 to 5 months 3 to 5 months 6 to …
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… For more information on how second-hand smoke can harm babies and children, see HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful … language milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud sounds Becomes quiet or … of time Uses 2 to 3 words to talk and ask for things Is understood by people who are around them most of the time …
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… throat, and dizziness. This is more likely to occur with babies and the elderly. Severe illness is very rare and … makes a toxic gas that causes serious breathing problems, choking and potentially death. Throw out any food that has … to help stop the spread to other people Do not eat raw or undercooked shellfish. Cooking shellfish, such as oysters, …
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… HealthLinkBC Files HealthLink BC Files are easy-to-understand fact sheets about public health and safety. Files … vision and dental care Immunizations Environmental health hazards Advice on travel on vaccinations and precautions to …
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… The average normal body temperature taken orally (under the tongue) is about 37°C (98.6°F) . It usually rises … So be sure to look for other symptoms along with the fever. Babies with a fever often have an infection caused by a … pneumonia, also can cause a fever. Babies younger than 3 months should be seen by a doctor anytime they have a fever. …
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… that can cause disease. The final preparation of RabIg undergoes more testing to ensure that there are no known … soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care …
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… This is called a biopsy. The sample can then be looked at under a microscope for problems. This procedure usually … may go home if they can swallow fluids without gagging or choking. Others may need to stay in the hospital for 1 or 2 … may go home if they can swallow fluids without gagging or choking. Others may need to stay in the hospital for 1 or 2 …
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… start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well learn a lot about their world through … have their hearing screened? Every year in B.C., about 100 babies are born with permanent hearing loss (approximately 1 … Audiometry (VRA) This test is mostly used for babies over 6 months of age. This test uses your baby's natural head turn …
