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… say not to give decongestants to children younger than 6 years. In rare cases, fluid buildup that lasts 3 months or … make important health decisions. My little boy, Mateo, is 5 years old. He has only had two ear infections, but he still … on its own. Ramon, age 45 My daughter, Sarah, is almost 3 years old. A few months ago, she had her fourth ear …
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… to feed your baby. Doctors advise breastfeeding for up to 2 years and beyond. But your baby benefits from any amount of … milk. Experts recommend breastfeeding babies for up to 2 years and beyond and giving only breast milk for the first 6 … best for you and your baby if you breastfeed for up to 2 years or longer. Your baby will continue to benefit. As your …
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… shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. Some … are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about …
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… health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, …
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… This method can be used for children who are older than 5 years of age. For you to get an accurate reading, the person … method is recommended for children older than 2 years.  This method is recommended for children older than 2 years. Ear thermometers may need to be cleaned before they …
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… having a smoking-related heart attack decreases by half. 10 years after quitting, your risk of lung cancer decreases by half. After 15 years smoke-free, your risk of a heart attack is the same as …
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… upper lip, or between the eyebrows. Most go away by age 2 years, although patches on the back of the neck usually last … upper lip, or between the eyebrows. Most go away by age 2 years, although patches on the back of the neck usually last …
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… and Development, Newborn Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Preventing Poisoning in Young Children Current … and Development, Newborn Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Preventing …
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… memory loss, or altered alertness How old are you? 3 years or younger 3 years or younger 4 to 11 years 4 to 11 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are …
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… Yes Arm problem No Arm problem How old are you? Less than 5 years Less than 5 years 5 years or older 5 years or older Are you male or female? Male …