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… Heat-related illness in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File … or child is sick, watch them closely, as heat can make the symptoms of their illnesses worse (e.g., dehydration due to nausea and vomiting). Symptoms of severe heat-related illness (like heat stroke) …
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… Differences Between ADHD and Bipolar Disorder in Children On this page: Overview Overview … possible for a child to have both conditions. But certain symptoms help distinguish one from the other: Comparing symptoms of bipolar disorder and ADHD Symptoms of bipolar …
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… Asthma in Children: Knowing How Bad an Attack Is On this page: … Talk with a doctor if you can't tell how bad your child's symptoms are. In most cases, you can take care of your child's symptoms at home by looking at your child's asthma action …
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… Learning About Non-Fatal Drowning in Children On this page: What is non-fatal drowning? How is it … ventilator. Medicines to help prevent infection or to treat symptoms, such as seizures or pressure on the brain, if they … have changes in how he or she thinks or concentrates. These symptoms get better over time in most children. But some …
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… Diabetes in Children: Preventing High Blood Sugar Actionset Overview … can help you prevent high blood sugar emergencies. Know the symptoms of high blood sugar. Symptoms of high blood sugar include feeling very thirsty, …
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… Diabetes in Children: Treating Low Blood Sugar Actionset Overview If … can develop rapidly, within minutes. Treat low blood sugar symptoms as soon as you or your child notices them. How do … fruit juice, and hard candy (such as Life Savers). Know the symptoms of low blood sugar, such as sweating, shakiness, …
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… Type 1 Diabetes in Children: Caring for Your Child On this page: Overview … of sudden high or low blood sugar. So you must explain what symptoms your child may have and how to deal with them. … of sudden high or low blood sugar. So you must explain what symptoms your child may have and how to deal with them. …
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… Allergies in Children: Giving an Epinephrine Shot to a Child Actionset … ) in the past, you know how frightening it can be. Symptoms of breathing problems, itching, nausea or vomiting, … The benefits of the shot usually last 10 to 20 minutes. Symptoms can come back after the shot. So get your child to …
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… Vision Screening and Eye Exams for Children and Teens On this page: Overview Overview All children need routine vision checks and eye examinations … eyes ( strabismus ), and defects in visual acuity in children younger than 5 years of age. footnote 1 Eye …
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… Teaching Older Children and Teens About Consent On this page: Overview … clearly, without being pressured. How can you teach older children and teens about consent? As your child reaches the … shape a parent's opinion about when it's okay for their children to start to have sexual relationships. It's okay to …
