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… Helping Children With Disabilities Stay Active On this page: Like all children, those with disabilities need to be as active as … or she can do anything active. Lack of social support from school, neighbourhood, and family. Lack of role models. (If …
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… Obesity: Should I Use a Diet Plan to Lose Weight? Decision Point You may want to have a … Medical Reviewer Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator You may want to have a say in this … Medical Reviewer Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Note: The "printer friendly" document will …
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… Treating Asthma in Babies and Younger Children On this page: Overview Overview Babies and small children need early treatment for asthma symptoms to prevent … not appear severe, work with your doctor to make the right plan for your child. Treatment also includes things you can …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Dealing With Low Blood Sugar Actionset Overview … in case your blood sugar becomes very low. Post emergency care instructions at home and at work. If you take insulin, … carbohydrate from quick-sugar food, like glucose tablets. Children usually need less than 15 grams of carbohydrate. …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Giving Yourself Insulin Shots Actionset Overview If you have gestational diabetes and you have not been able to keep your blood sugar … a shot with a single type of insulin, follow the steps for preparing a single dose of insulin . To prepare a shot …
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… High Blood Pressure in Children and Teens On this page: Related … Information What is high blood pressure in children and teens? Blood pressure is a measure of how hard … child's doctor may recommend the DASH diet. This eating plan includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and non-fat …
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… Guidelines for food & beverage sales: Planning healthy cafeteria menus Last updated June 1, 2014 … and use lower-fat milk products as ingredients when preparing food. Meat and Alternatives: Use lean whole cuts … Sometimes for prepackaged items. Use resources such as BC's School Meal and School Nutrition Program Handbook for tips …
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Diabetes-Related High and Low Blood Sugar Levels On this … page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check … during the pregnancy to keep levels within a target range. Children who have diabetes need their parents' help to keep …
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… Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child … child's teeth when the teeth touch each other. Take good care of your own teeth and gums. Saliva contains bacteria …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Checking Your Blood Sugar Actionset Overview Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes during pregnancy. It helps you treat low or high … sick. Some people reuse lancets anyway. If you do, be extra careful with handwashing each time. And use a new lancet …