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… parents to focus on their relationships with their other children. Having regular breaks may also help a family … Academy of Pediatrics clinical report: Management of children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics , … Academy of Pediatrics clinical report: Management of children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics , …
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… health needs. Warning Promethazine should not be used by children younger than 2 years because it may cause serious … slow/shallow breathing. When this medication is used by children 2 years and older, the lowest effective dosage … help right away if slow/shallow breathing occurs. In children, drugs for nausea should only be used in cases of …
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… to make an appointment. Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 … soreness, swelling or redness at the injection site. Some children may have a fever or experience drowsiness, … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… your child from heat burns in the following ways. Keep children away from kitchen appliances, irons, fireplaces, … faucets in sinks, showers, and bathtubs that children use. These fixtures have built-in thermostats to … to spill hot beverages when you carry or drink them around children. Keep your flammable garage items out of the reach …
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… Keep your family safe by following these safety tips. Teach children that only grown-ups use fire. Keep lighters and matches out of children's reach. Use at least one smoke alarm on every … lit candles. Always monitor their use. Keep them out of children's rooms. Use flashlights rather than candles if …
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… (TS) is a brain condition that starts in childhood. Children with TS make sounds or movements that they can't … Tourette syndrome (TS) treated? Treatment for TS focuses on helping your child cope with the tics. Understanding how … (ADHD) Caregiver Tips Depression in Children and Teens Helping Your Child Build Inner Strength Making the Most of …
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… (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such … A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis vaccine is …
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… Most couples in which one partner has MS are able to have children without MS affecting the pregnancy, labour, or … footnote 2 Plan ahead If you have MS, and you want to have children, talk with your doctor. Some things to think about … help you may need to manage your work, household, and other children during pregnancy and for the first few months after …
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… that ASD is triggered by digestive problems. Parents of children with ASD who have food allergies or intolerance may … But food sensitivities aren't proven to be more common in children with ASD than in other children. Immune globulin therapy. It involves giving a shot …
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… in the recommended amount of physical activity. Many children become less active as they enter middle and high … mood or energy level. Although sports are a great way for children to be physically active while they learn valuable … activities (such as jogging, yoga, or cycling). Some children may prefer individual sports (such as karate, …
