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… Shigellosis On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … bacterium. It is more common in summer than winter. Children ages 2 to 4 are most likely to get the condition. … is called reactive arthritis. It can last for months or years and can lead to chronic arthritis . How can you …
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… Symptoms of COVID-19 Last updated October 9, 2024 On this page: COVID-19 symptoms If you have symptoms If you are a … but their symptoms may suddenly worsen in a few days. Children have similar but milder symptoms to adults. To … can have a wide range of symptoms and can last months (or years) after your initial illness. Long COVID can impact …
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… seconds, and rub hands together to create lather (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) … such as meats or poultry Touch pets or animals Clean pet cages or litter boxes Clean around the house When should children wash their hands? Children should always wash their …
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… Metabolic Syndrome On this page: Conditions Basics … obesity. This means having too much fat around your waist. Age. Your chances of developing metabolic syndrome increase … Information Coronary Artery Disease Healthy Eating for Children High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol High …
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… Huntington Disease Genetic Test On this page: What Is Huntington Disease? What Is the Test? Is the … problems, and memory loss. Symptoms usually develop after age 40. There is no known cure. But treatment with medicines … because the results may affect your plans for marriage and children. You think the anxiety of not knowing whether you …
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… Food Safety: Tips for Grocery Shopping On this page: Overview Overview There are things … Do not buy meat or poultry that has a tear in the package or is leaking. Pick up your refrigerated and frozen … and Safe Food Handling Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as …
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… Borderline Personality Disorder On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … Treatment can be hard, and getting better can take years. Problems with emotions and behaviours are hard to … Bipolar Disorder Bulimia Nervosa Depression Depression in Children and Teens Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder …
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… Mitochondrial Diseases On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What are … rare diseases that can be passed down from mothers to their children. The diseases happen when mitochondria don't work … jobs is to make energy. These diseases can appear at any age. And they can affect many different areas of the body. …
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… Vitamin D Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is … have thin and brittle bones ( osteoporosis ) in your later years. Children who don't get enough vitamin D may not grow as much …
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… Non-Opioid Antitussive/Antihistamine - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … 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 …
