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… Tick Bites On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial … Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children More self-care Insect Repellents Ticks: How to …
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… techniques to help you facilitate conversation. Listen carefully. Talk honestly about specific situations. This … child to make new friends. Encourage your teen to join a school club, sports team, or church group to meet new friends. Help your teen make plans for long breaks from school. This includes plans for …
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… Dehydration On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … of any age. But it's most dangerous for babies, small children, and older adults. Dehydration in babies and small … Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay …
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… I had any recent stresses that may affect my ability to care for the condition I have? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, … as instructions about monitoring my blood sugar if I have diabetes? Yes ___ No ___ Are there any new treatments or … your last visit, such as a blood sugar record if you have diabetes. Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: …
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… Scrapes On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … playing surface, or a road (road rash). School-age children 5 to 9 years old are most affected. Scrapes can … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial …
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… and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your travel plans and medical needs. If you have certain … for adults HealthLinkBC File #41d Travelling with children Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
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… Image On this page: Overview Overview Children of all ages are exposed to ideas about thinness by parents, peers, and other sources. Starting in grade school, children may become more aware of body image as they … to being popular or healthy. Teach children to take good care of their bodies. Look at your own beliefs and attitudes …
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… so it's not always easy to know when to call your healthcare provider. Here's a look at some of the common … you having cramps, pain, or any other symptoms? Gestational diabetes Gestational diabetes can develop during pregnancy … of a breech vaginal delivery. Most of the time a planned caesarean delivery (C-section) will be required.   …
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… Someone Who Is Depressed Actionset Overview If someone you care about has been diagnosed with depression, you may feel … or herself or others. For example, the person has a written plan or a weapon or is saving (stockpiling) medicines. The … might help with housework or lawn care, getting the kids to school, or running errands. Don't be offended. If you are a …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Most children who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) will … factors. Pain limits a child's ability to function. With care and good communication with your child's doctor, it is … pain. Managing your child's pain Your child's JIA treatment plan should include regular assessments of pain and what to …