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… or even years. And some people may never need surgery for a small hernia. If the hernia is small and you don't have any symptoms, or if the symptoms … an umbilical hernia? During the surgery, the doctor makes a small cut, or incision, just below the belly button. Any …
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… poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish … protected with mosquito netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When children 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an …
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… Most rashes can be treated at home. Causes of groin pain in children When a child has groin pain, the pain may be caused … transplant. Not having a spleen. Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain is so bad that you … Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children More self-care Caregiving: Preventing Rashes in the …
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… to moderate. Long-lasting hearing loss is rare. But some children may have problems learning to talk and understand … up in the middle ear, the eardrum may burst. This leaves a small hole that often heals within 2 weeks. Another … is repeat or ongoing drainage of pus from the ear through a small hole in the eardrum. Many children with this problem …
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… eating well and being physically active. Learn about cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship, and where to find support. Cancer and healthy eating Prevention and recurrence Healthy eating advice is the same … survivor and hope to prevent recurrence. Learn more: Cancer prevention eating guidelines Plant-based diet guidelines …
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… vomit How does hepatitis B virus affect people? Adults and children 5 years of age and over may have symptoms, which … Cirrhosis can lead to liver failure and cancer in a small number of people. Talk to your health care provider … for information about drug poisoning recognition, prevention and B.C.’s Take Home Naloxone Program Image … …
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… from mosquito bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria Prevention . How can I protect myself against the Zika … serious brith defects such as microcephaly (an abnormally small head), brain abnormalities, vision and hearing loss, … for adults HealthLinkBC File #41d Travelling with children Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
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… non-organic foods. Foods grown with pesticides can have small amounts of these chemicals left on the food when it … to the store. There is not enough evidence to know if the small amount on non-organic foods can be harmful. Is it more … has more nutrients than non-organic food. Is it better for children? Children may be more sensitive than adults to …
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… infectious viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through … 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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… bone density, because it is not sensitive enough to detect small amounts of bone loss or minor changes in bone density. … now. But if you are a young adult or if you are raising children, there are things you can do to help develop strong … bone density, because it is not sensitive enough to detect small amounts of bone loss or minor changes in bone density. …
