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… Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain … about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread the virus for a longer period … pain, Runny nose, Sore throat, Extreme tiredness A cough Children may also experience nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. …
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… Your Child Stop Actionset Overview Many infants and young children calm themselves by sucking their thumbs. While most children will stop on their own between ages 3 and 6, some … sure you choose the right time to have this discussion. Children often suck their thumbs to relieve stress. Picking …
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… water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine … diluted juices or sports drinks, for 24 to 48 hours. In children, people with underlying medical conditions, and the … are no longer thirsty. Do not give this homemade drink to children under 12 years of age. Pre-packaged oral …
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… it is safe to apply DEET in concentrations of 10% DEET to children 6 months to 12 years of age. It's important to read … recommends icaridin as the preferred insect repellent for children 6 months to 12 years of age. The PHAC does not recommend the use of icaridin on children younger than age 6 months. footnote 1 Permethrin. …
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… Overview Myoclonic seizures affect a small number of children and adults with generalized epilepsy of unknown cause. In children and teens with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, the … . … Overview Myoclonic seizures affect a small number of children and adults with generalized epilepsy of unknown …
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… of generalized epilepsy that begins in early childhood. (Children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome may also have atonic … or atonic seizures are likely to be injured when they fall. Children may have to wear helmets and restrict their … of generalized epilepsy that begins in early childhood. (Children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome may also have atonic …
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… Vertigo (BPPV) Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens Bipolar Disorder in Children: Other Health Problems That May Occur Bipolar Disorder in Children: School Issues Bipolar Disorder: Hypomanic Episodes …
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… Call a Doctor Routine Checkups Overview Children usually move in natural, predictable steps as they … Helping Your Child Build Self-Esteem Sleep: Helping Your Children—and Yourself—Sleep Well Stress Management: Helping … able to make good decisions. Parents know that the choices children make during the teen years can have an impact on …
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… weeks. This can lead to miscarriage or birth of a premature baby . You may also hear this condition called a weak cervix … weeks. This can lead to miscarriage or birth of a premature baby . You may also hear this condition called a weak cervix …
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… B Virus Infection (HealthLinkBC File #40d) Protecting Your Baby against Hepatitis B at Birth (HealthLinkBC File #25d) …
