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… you can reduce the risk by following these tips. On this page: Keep your home safe Keep baby safe Baby first aid Burn … the bathroom or handling diapers or pets. Make sure your older children do this as well. Cleanliness - wash high … decay. Do not give honey to babies less than 12 months of age. It can cause a serious infection. Safe drinking water …
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… Normal Vaginal Discharge On this page: Overview Overview A vaginal … by pain, itching, burning, or redness. Varies with age, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and use of birth control … discharge may be a symptom of a vaginal infection. Teenage girls may have a large amount of a watery discharge …
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… Meniscus Repair On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … It Works Risks Surgery Overview A meniscus tear is a common injury to the cartilage that stabilizes and cushions the … involves rehabilitation. But rehab varies depending on the injury, the type of surgery, and your doctor's preference. …
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… First Appointment On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in the … When was my last menstrual period? _____________ At what age did my menstrual cycles begin? _________ My cycles are: … explain: When was I last screened for colon cancer (if I am older than 50)? ________________ If the results were …
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… Colds On this page: … Runny nose and sneezing. Red eyes. Sore throat and cough. Headaches and body aches. You will probably feel a cold come … Illness Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, Age 12 and Older Difference Between Influenza (Flu) and a Cold …
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… Preventing Choking On this page: Overview Overview Don't drink too … or hard candy to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and … that may cause choking, such as marbles or jacks. Look for age guidelines when selecting toys for children. Do not let …
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… Osteoporosis Risk in Younger Women On this page: During childhood and teenage years, new bone grows faster than existing bone is … their 30s and 40s, are at lower risk for osteoporosis than older women. But your risk increases if you: Have already …
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… protect your baby, a series of shots begin at two months of age. Some immunizations are only given once or twice, while … early as October and can be given to children 6 months of age and older. Ask your healthcare provider or public health nurse …
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… Aortic Dissection On this page: … of the arteries) and high blood pressure, traumatic injury to the chest, such as being hit by the steering wheel … the aortic wall and increasing the risk for a tear. Chest injury. Severe chest injury, such as might occur in an …
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… It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For …
