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… What causes it? Nursemaid's elbow usually occurs in young children. It happens when a young child is pulled or lifted … while playing. Nursemaid's elbow most often occurs in young children. This is because the socket of the elbow joint and … not fully developed. This injury is especially common in children between ages 2 and 3 years. But it can happen …
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… if this is right for your child. Use a pea-sized amount for children ages 3 to 6 years. footnote 1 Tooth decay is reduced in children if fluoride is added to or is found naturally in a … to public water supplies and bottled water are safe for children and adults. If your child has a high risk of …
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… get hepatitis from the vaccine. This vaccine works by helping the body produce immunity (through antibody … into a muscle by a health care professional. Adults and children usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and … get hepatitis from the vaccine. This vaccine works by helping the body produce immunity (through antibody …
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… is provided as 2 doses given at least 6 months apart. Children with a weakened immune system need 3 doses of the … best when it is given before being exposed to the virus Children in grade 6 only need 2 doses of the vaccine to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with …
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… of alcohol. Others contain codeine. Don't give codeine to children younger than age 18. There are many choices. Ask … chronic breathing problems. Keep them out of the reach of children to prevent poisoning. Don't take someone else's … of alcohol. Others contain codeine. Don't give codeine to children younger than age 18. There are many choices. Ask …
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… products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed … tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or …
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… products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed … tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or …
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… windpipe or lungs (aspirated). This happens most often in children who are younger than 3 years and in adults who are … manoeuvre) is used to clear a blockage in adults and children older than 1 year. Back blows and chest thrusts are … objects with lead can be easily swallowed, especially by children. A disc battery that is swallowed can burn, …
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… identity isn't the same as your sex assigned at birth. Children with gender dysphoria may have similar feelings as … dysphoria treated? Usually, gender dysphoria is treated by helping someone affirm their gender identity through finding … dysphoria treated? Usually, gender dysphoria is treated by helping someone affirm their gender identity through finding …
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… Don't put your child in a bike seat before they are ready. Children younger than 1 year should not ride in any type of … Concussion Fitness: Staying Active When You Have Young Children Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and … Don't put your child in a bike seat before they are ready. Children younger than 1 year should not ride in any type of …