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… (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. … pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is …
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… Coughs, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … tell how serious the problem is until you also look at your child's other symptoms. Productive coughs A productive cough … post-nasal drip or the viral illness that caused it is causing the cough. Non-productive coughs A non-productive …
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… Common Concerns Routine Checkups Self-Care Caring for Your Child's Teeth and Gums … Press firmly, and gently rock the brush back and forth using small circular movements. Brush chewing surfaces …
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… Travelling with children Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … off and landing, breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby. Feeding your child gets them to swallow and prevents ear …
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… Fitness: Staying Active When You Have Young Children Actionset Overview Even people who are very … they have children. Young children can demand so much of your time that you barely have time to breathe, let alone be … Having a young child doesn't leave you much time for yourself. Here are some tips for staying active. Share …
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… Heat-related illness in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File … for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. Why are … than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be able to tell you what …
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… Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Some parents are overly concerned about how often their child has bowel movements. That's because they've been … if it takes longer than 2 days, especially if your baby is feeding well and seems comfortable. Breastfed babies are …
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… Pink Eye On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … active role in managing a health condition. Eye Problems: Using Eyedrops and Eye Ointment Check Your Symptoms Do you … of a serious illness? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . …
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… and Other Throat Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … treat them. Antibiotics do not help with viral infections. Using an antibiotic when you don't need to exposes you to … Moderate Moderate dehydration Mild Mild dehydration Is your child drooling and unable to swallow, cry, or make sounds ? …
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… Sexual Abuse or Assault (Rape) On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms … supposed to take care of. Two common types of neglect are: Child neglect . This happens when parents (or other …
