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… Cervical Spinal Stenosis On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … and other body functions. The seven vertebrae between the head and the chest make up the cervical spine. In cervical … and other body functions. The seven vertebrae between the head and the chest make up the cervical spine. In cervical …
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… Taste Changes On this page: Overview Overview Taste changes may … Nutritional deficiencies of zinc or vitamin B12 . Injury. Certain diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, … and oral cancer. Mouth Problems, Non-Injury Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… Child Safety: Guns and Firearms On this page: Overview Overview The Canadian Paediatrics Society encourages parents to avoid keeping guns and firearms in the home … Childhood Fears and Exposure to Violence Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years …
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… your child. Tip #1: Prepare your child before the visit All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their … and young children: In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly before the …
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… Headaches: Should I Take Medicine to Prevent Migraines? … choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them. Headaches: Should I Take Medicine to Prevent Migraines? 1 … that you first try over-the-counter pain medicines to manage your headaches. These medicines are safe and cost less …
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… CPR Basics On this page: Overview Overview The Heart and … children who have reached puberty Young children until the age of puberty Babies younger than 1 year When to call for emergency help Call …
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… PTSD Myths On this page: Overview Overview Post-traumatic … true. Here are some myths about PTSD. Myth: PTSD is in your head. It does not exist. PTSD does exist. It is a recognized … true. Here are some myths about PTSD. Myth: PTSD is in your head. It does not exist. PTSD does exist. It is a recognized …
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… the vaccine as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 12 months of age. They receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No … swelling at the injection site. Some people may have fever, headache, muscle or joint ache, loss of appetite, changes to …
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… File #69g) Starting solid foods At about 6 months of age, your baby needs more nutrients and is ready to start … Your toddler: Nutritious meals for picky eaters Food safety Younger children are at a higher risk of foodborne illness … be limited or avoided: Safe Food Handling for Children Ages 5 and Under (PDF, 511KB, Government of Canada ) …
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… Health Canada recommends breastfeeding until 2 years of age and beyond. Questions you may have: Should I avoid … baby is ready for solid foods when they can: hold their head up sit up and lean forward let you know if they are full (for example turns head away) pick up food and bring it to their mouth. Do not …
