Search Results

5470 results found
Health topics
… Ones caused by viruses are more common in babies and young children than in adults. A rash may be caused by a viral … a cough, or diarrhea, or is in a daycare setting with other children who have viral illnesses. Most rashes caused by … to fight off infection and illness. Some examples in children are: Diseases such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, …
Health topics
… have a positive effect on what seem to be symptoms of ADHD. Children without ADHD respond to psychostimulants similarly to children with ADHD. A trial of medicine is not used to … ADHD is estimated to affect about 3% to 10% of children. footnote 1 There is little evidence to support …
Health topics
… do his or her normal activities. It may affect up to 30% of children ages 4 to 12. Symptoms of RAP are different for … weight. A physical cause is found in less than 10% of children diagnosed with RAP. The physical examination and … spicy foods or dairy foods, may trigger an episode in some children. Your child should not eat any foods that cause …
Health topics
… you comfort, such as spending time outdoors or being with children. A cancer support group. Cancer support groups … you comfort, such as spending time outdoors or being with children. A cancer support group. Cancer support groups …
Medications
… nausea/vomiting stomach pain Do not use this medication in children younger than 12 unless directed by the doctor. … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet … nausea/vomiting stomach pain Do not use this medication in children younger than 12 unless directed by the doctor. …
Health topics
… back and need treatment into early childhood. In time, many children outgrow most of their lung problems. Chronic lung … daycare, choose a small group (with no more than three children) if you can. Schedule regular doctor visits. Your … back and need treatment into early childhood. In time, many children outgrow most of their lung problems. Chronic lung …
HealthLinkBC files
… strongly affected by exposure to metallic mercury? Infants, children and pregnant individuals have greater risk of … effects. This is because the body systems of infants and children are still growing and they have limited ability to …
HealthLinkBC files
… Reye syndrome is a rare disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It often occurs in children who have, or recently had, a viral infection such … You can also use ibuprofen for relief of symptoms in children under 18 years of age. Examples of ibuprofen …
Health topics
… Mild and temporary speech delays can occur. And some children learn new words faster than others do. But if your … result of normal developmental differences. Laziness. Young children instinctively practice speech and language as these … fear, or other problems. Having older siblings. Younger children may begin to talk slightly later than their older …
Health topics
… remember: Safety latches might make it more difficult for children to open cupboards, but they don’t make it impossible Some children may be able to open child resistant caps if they … coins, small mints and medications that can harm young children. Keep purses up high and out of reach. More tips …