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… CPR Basics What to do Recommendations for: Adults and older children who have reached puberty Young children until the age of puberty Babies younger than 1 year … Note : Rescue breathing may be more important to do for children and babies than for adults. 30 compressions, 2 …
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… absorbed through the skin can be toxic, especially to children. Don't give any antihistamines to your child unless … in one product. These medicines may not be safe for young children or for people who have certain health problems. … and follow all instructions on the label. Side effects In children: Antihistamines may make young children sleepy or …
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… Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Ear pain in children may be a sign of an infection in the space behind … ear). Ear infections ( otitis media ) most often occur when children have cold symptoms, such as a runny or stuffy nose … to hearing loss. Middle ear infections happen more often in children than in adults. Young children have short, soft, …
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… seems to be gaining weight or height more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to … conditions, such as anemia or thyroid problems. Some children do not thrive as expected because they do not get … Months Growth and Development, Newborn Healthy Eating for Children Malabsorption Syndrome Current as of: March …
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… they may not say the words for them. The rate at which children learn to talk varies widely. But in general, you … called jargon. Speak at least 50 words by 24 months of age. Children often gradually add words for important objects, … this gap between speech and comprehension, they can help children manage their feelings. Current as of: March …
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… in B.C. By comparison, each year in B.C. about 1 in 4,000 children under the age of 1 get intussusception without … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … cause of diarrhea and hospitalization for diarrhea in children under 5 years of age. Almost all unimmunized …
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… in your baby Eczema and food allergy in babies and young children Testing Find out how food allergies are diagnosed … reaction: Anaphylaxis Severe allergic reaction to food: Children and teens (HealthLink BC File #100a) Allergy safe … reactions. Food Allergy Canada A non-profit dedicated to helping Canadians with food allergies live with confidence. …
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… into a muscle by a health care professional. Adults and children usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and … commonly occur after vaccination (especially in infants and children), your health care professional may recommend a … Notes Keep vaccine records for yourself and your children. After your children are grown, give them a record …
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… problems that may occur with 2 bacterial infections in children and adults (tetanus and diphtheria). Tetanus … may not be fully protected by this vaccine. A vaccine for children younger than 7 years is available. Consult your … it. Keep vaccine records for yourself and all of your children, and after your children are grown, provide the …
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… or start with these: Healthy Eating Healthy Eating for Children Weight Management Health Topics Medical Tests Make … Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, and Blood Sugar Caregiving: Helping Someone With Eating Cholesterol and Triglycerides: … Eating: Fish and Fish Oil Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight Hidden Gluten High …
