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Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … artery disease, heart failure) kidney disease depression diabetes high blood levels of cholesterol/triglycerides This … for storage details. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… of the first phase of two-stage orthodontic treatment of children with malocclusion (poor bite). Growth modification … when bones are still growing. It is most effective during children's growth spurts. Orthodontists use growth … finished with orthodontic treatment before they start high school. Children are often more co-operative than teens when …
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… yourself depending on the situation you are in, such as at school or work, home alone, out with friends. When you are … about depression, see Depression or Depression in Children and Teens . One key to managing extra stress is to … teacher. A therapist or other counsellor. Your parent or caregiver, if you feel comfortable. LGBTQ2S+ clubs and …
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… Burns to the Eye Cataract Surgery Cataracts Cataracts in Children Cataracts: Eye Care After Surgery Cataracts: Questions About Surgery … for Childhood Glaucoma Gradual Changes in Vision How Diabetes Causes Blindness Hyperthyroidism: Graves' …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … high blood pressure overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) diabetes heart disease (such as irregular heart rhythm, … Down syndrome brain damage or spastic paralysis (in children) After you apply this drug, your vision may become …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … depend on your condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight. Drink plenty … doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: diabetes joint/tendon problems (such as tendonitis, …
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… is having low blood sugar problems, his or her medicine for diabetes may need to be adjusted or changed. Date: … food that was taken: Was glucagon given (only for children who take insulin)? ___ Yes ___ No Was emergency care needed? ___ Yes ___ No High blood sugar level Use this …
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… The hepatitis A vaccine is provided free to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine … C infection, or chronic liver disease Had a stem cell transplant Will have or had a liver transplant Are inmates of a … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment includes …
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… Walk to the grocery store, doctor appointments, work, school, or shopping when you can. You could walk a lap … part in an organized fitness walk. Walk a dog every day. Plan family outings around walks together. Being physically … to your walking surface. Use sidewalks and paths. Be careful not to slip on wet or icy ground. If you usually …
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… days and are difficult to treat. Pain can be exhausting for caregivers as well as for the person in pain. A pain management plan can help a person cope with chronic pain and with pain … pads or hot water bottles. Do no use heating pads with children. Painful events can become severe and last for days …
