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… the wrists and elbows Breasts Genitals Waist Back Buttocks Infants and elderly people may have a rash on the head, … directions exactly. Some treatments may not be suitable for children, pregnant people or those who are breastfeeding or … may recommend applying the cream to the head and scalp of children or elderly people. If applying scabies treatment to …
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… virus. Chickenpox is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with … after the rash appears. To reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or … only need to stay at home and rest. Pregnant women, newborn infants, and people with weakened immune systems who have …
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… usual Having a hard time falling asleep Symptoms in young children Young children can have the same symptoms of a concussion as older children and adults. But sometimes it can be hard to tell if …
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… of fear or worry that something bad is about to happen. Children can have PTSD too. They may have the symptoms above and symptoms that depend on how old they are. As children get older their symptoms are more like those of adults. Young children may become upset if their parents are not close by. …
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… can be life-threatening. Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain … about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread the virus for a longer period …
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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 … on mature minor consent see HealthLinkBC File # 119 The Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent and Immunization . For …
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… Helping Your Child Stop Actionset Overview Many infants and young children calm themselves by sucking their thumbs. While most … how we develop our content . … Actionset Overview Many infants and young children calm themselves by sucking their …
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… or other medicines. What immunizations are recommended for children and adolescents? Childhood immunization schedules … life. Fewer immunizations are needed after age 6. But older children and adolescents need shots too. Talk with your … recommendations than healthy people. Also, young children who are travelling may need to receive their …
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… . A urinary tract infection . Hip problems, especially in children and older adults. Infections, which may cause lump, … pain that is not related to an injury. Groin symptoms in children Groin problems may cause pain in the groin, hip, or … . A urinary tract infection . Hip problems, especially in children and older adults. Infections, which may cause lump, …
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