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… deaths are usually caused when a baby is accidentally smothered by items in the bed, such as pillows, toys, heavy … I do to reduce the risk of sleep related infant death? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back every time (at night … to sleep is in their own crib, cradle, or bassinet when at home or traveling. Make sure that the crib, cradle, or …
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… therapy, medicines, and counselling. Treatment can improve your life. In the past, ADHD was called attention deficit … doctor relies on a combination of examinations, tests, and other information to diagnose ADHD. It is often diagnosed … child is showing signs of ADHD that are causing problems at home or school. These signs include inattention, …
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… from 18-24 months Last updated August 10, 2013 At this age, your toddler is probably happier playing alongside - rather than with - other children. But it's important to introduce new playmates. Socializing with other children is an excellent way to foster your toddler’s …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … weeks after treatment starts. You may need to decide which bothers you more—the side effects of the medicines or your … this behaviour. Jesse, age 41 I like to have things in my home and office in place and neat. I worry a few times …
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… A CVAD may be used to draw blood for tests only if another vein, such as in the hand or arm, can't be used. It … at the place where it is inserted or where it lies under your skin. Collapsed lung (pneumothorax). The risk of a … How can you care for a central vascular access device at home? You can take the following steps at home to care for …
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… On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call … type in just one eye, but over time you may get it in the other eye too. What causes it? AMD is the result of damage … having regular examinations and watching the condition at home, because dry AMD can sometimes develop into wet AMD. …
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… Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your … can cause heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis and other serious health problems. If your blood clots too much, … on a limited diet (due to surgery or illness) and return home to your normal diet. You plan to travel to a place …
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… Dexamethasone - Injection On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … effects. If you are giving this medication to yourself at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your
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… Sodium Succinate - Injection On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … response to treatment. If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your
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… virus. Getting sick with influenza also puts you at risk of other infections. These include viral or bacterial pneumonia … it to others by: Getting an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and …