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Medications
… problems that may occur with 2 bacterial infections in children and adults (tetanus and diphtheria). Tetanus … may not be fully protected by this vaccine. A vaccine for children younger than 7 years is available. Consult your … it. Keep vaccine records for yourself and all of your children, and after your children are grown, provide the …
Medical tests
… tests, but either type of test may be used. Skin tests A small amount of a suspected allergen is placed on or below … a positive reaction. Intradermal test. During this test, a small amount of the allergen solution is injected into the … the same time. Skin patch test A skin patch test also uses small doses of the suspected allergen. For this test: Doses …
Medical tests
… "lap-uh-ROSS-kuh-pee") is a type of surgery that uses very small cuts. These cuts are called incisions. The doctor puts … a better look at the belly organs. During laparoscopy, a small incision is made in the belly. More than one incision … stitches and covered with a bandage. The scar will be very small and will fade over time. After the laparoscopy, you …
Health topics
… mild to severe: The foot (especially the heel) is usually smaller than normal. The foot may point downward. The front … problems as the child grows. But with early treatment most children born with clubfoot are able to lead a normal life. … out of shape, and the affected leg may be shorter and smaller than the other. These symptoms become more obvious …
Health topics
… Men: 0–15 millimetres per hour (mm/hr) Women: 0–20 mm/hr Children: 0–10 mm/hr Newborns: 0–2 mm/hr What if your … Men: 0–15 millimetres per hour (mm/hr) Women: 0–20 mm/hr Children: 0–10 mm/hr Newborns: 0–2 mm/hr What if your …
Health topics
… meals or do chores. Plan for child care if you have other children. Plan small trips to get out of the house. Change can make you … Plan for child care if you have other children. Plan small trips to get out of the house. Change can make you …
Health topics
… you. Give copies of it and a photo of your partner to your children's school, people who help care for or transport your children, and your workplace. (Front desk or security … know. Tell people who help care for or transport your children. Tell your boss, trusted friends, and neighbours. …
Health topics
… Problems Associated With Adult Obesity Healthy Eating for Children Healthy Eating in Children: Things That Influence … BMI? Interactive Tools Jaci's Story: Changing Her Life With Small Steps Jeremy's Story: Focusing on Eating Habits John's … BMI? Interactive Tools Jaci's Story: Changing Her Life With Small Steps Jeremy's Story: Focusing on Eating Habits John's …
Health topics
… is the most common skin problem in babies and young children. The skin may look red, raw, scalded, or burned. A … area fully dry. But don't use a blow-dryer on babies or small children. Leave diapers and incontinence briefs off as … area fully dry. But don't use a blow-dryer on babies or small children. Leave diapers and incontinence briefs off as …
HealthLinkBC files
… products and drinking water. Why is manganese a problem? A small amount of manganese is essential for human health. … manganese may harm brain development in infants and young children. According to Health Canada, manganese is most … vulnerable/sensitive population (e.g. infants and young children). Health Canada has also established a new …
