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… learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead poisoning and … sources so you can minimize your health risks. Who is at higher risk? Infants, children and pregnant women are at higher risk. Toddlers and children can ingest lead because …
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… Contact a health care provider if you have these symptoms: High fever Blood or pus in stools Signs of dehydration such …
Healthy eating
… of sodium, but eating too much can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Most adults only need …
Health topics
… exposure. This can be due to sunscreen use or living at a high latitude (which includes most of Canada). Dark skin, … exposure. This can be due to sunscreen use or living at a high latitude (which includes most of Canada). Dark skin, …
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… can mean that the amount of a substance being tested for is higher or lower than normal. A negative test result means … It's not always clear if the level of antibodies is high enough to be a sign of an infection. What are … or being under stress. When your lab numbers are lower or higher than the numbers in the reference range, you may need …
Medications
… how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the … especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower …
Medications
… how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the … especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower …
Medications
… how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the … to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms …
Health topics
… gene) from each parent. A positive sweat test showing a higher-than-normal level of chloride in sweat. An abnormal … lost nutrients. This may include taking vitamins; eating high-calorie, high-fat foods; drinking nutritional drinks; getting fed …
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… Ages 1 to 4 months Prefer "baby talk" and voices with a high pitch. Blink or widen eyes when noticing sounds. Become … parents to limit screen time to an hour or less each day of high-quality programs. Helping your child, ages 3 to 5 The … Ages 1 to 4 months Prefer "baby talk" and voices with a high pitch. Blink or widen eyes when noticing sounds. Become …
