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… Vietnamese Even before they learn and understand language, children feel emotions. They can tell if you are happy and … expressed around them, and the environment they live in. Children have the same feelings as adults. They may not know the words angry, sad, happy or …
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… Canada recommends regular blood pressure testing for adults. footnote 1 Your doctor can let you know how often … your blood pressure is and your risk for heart disease. Children and teens Children and teens typically have their blood pressure checked during routine checkups. Blood pressure checks typically start at age 3. …
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… Staying Safe When You Have Balance Problems Vital Signs in Children What to Do if Your Cardiac Device Is Recalled Work … Attack Cystic Fibrosis: Helping Your Child Cough Up Mucus Dental Care: Brushing and Flossing Your Teeth Depression: … Grief: Helping Children With Grief Grief: Helping Older Adults With Grief Growth and Development: Helping Your Child …
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… your medical history, especially of: recent or planned dental procedures (such as tooth removal) … that you are using this medication before you have any dental work done. To help prevent jawbone problems, have … for storage details. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… disease? Fifth disease is a very common childhood illness. Adults can get it too. It is sometimes called slapped-cheek … blood disorders, see your doctor. You may need extra checkups, tests, or treatment. … Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older …
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… Is at Risk Domestic Violence and Your Health How It Affects Children Why Victims Stay How to Help Developing a Safety … the abuser may make violent threats against the person's children, other family members, or pets. Abusers may also … problem among the elderly. Learn more Abuse in Vulnerable Adults Elder Abuse Domestic Violence and Your Health If you …
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… items that may have blood on them such as a toothbrush, dental floss or razor Sexual contact with someone who is … learn how to prevent the spread of HBV. If infected, most adults will clear the virus within 6 months and recover … body organs or tissues Do not share razors, toothbrushes, dental floss, nail files or other personal care items or …
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… physically and emotionally ready for toilet training. Most children are ready to start when they are between 22 and 30 … if you try to start it before your child is ready. Before children can use the toilet, they must be able to control … a dry diaper after a nap or for at least 2 hours at a time. Children must also be able to remove clothing and climb onto …
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… Time of day Target range for most non-pregnant adults Your goal After waking and before eating. 4.0–7.0 … your tests. These may include an eye exam, a foot exam, a dental exam, a liver function blood test, and a cholesterol … an exam every 2 years. Complete foot exam Once a year Dental exam and cleaning Every 6 months Liver function blood …
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… long-term effects of medicines used to treat depression in children and teens are not fully known. But experts believe … can help your child feel better. FAQs What is depression in children and teens? Depression is a serious mood disorder … (2007). Antidepressant use in children, adolescents, and adults. Available online: …
