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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: Topic Overview Topic Overview How can you lower your … want to reduce how much you drink. When is it okay for young people to start drinking? Young people should wait at as long as possible to drink …
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… Use a matter-of-fact, supportive approach Toddlers and young children: In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly …
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… receive the care they and their families need for their overall best health. Prenatal services: Information about pregnancy and preparing for parenting (e.g. healthy eating, exercise, and decreasing or … support* Family health services (for families with young children): Information about child health, growth and …
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… Caring for your teen Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Parenting a teenager can be challenging and rewarding. Teens … Read advice on helping your child get through their teenage years: Tips for parents of teens Medical checkups for … substance use can reduce their risk of harm. Alcohol and young people How to start a conversation with teens about …
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… Medical Checkups for Adolescents On this page: Overview Overview During your … text messaging, and other kinds of modern technology offer young people ways to communicate quickly. They may also feel … Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Health …
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… on booking your flu and COVID-19 vaccines, visit the BC Government Respiratory Illness page. For information on … at high risk. Infants and Children School Age Children Adults, Seniors and Individuals at High Risk Routine … at 2 months of age and continue until your child is 4 to 6 years old. Children in grades 6 and 9 also get immunizations …
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… Heat rash is most common in babies, but it may affect adults in hot, humid climates. What causes heat rash? In … of heat rash? Heat rash looks like dots or tiny pimples. In young children, heat rash can appear on the head, neck, and … Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Heat-Related Illnesses Adaptation Date: …
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… Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … Diaper rash that doesn't go away. Children age 2 years and older Young children who have a UTI usually have … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
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… bacteria (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … such as sneezing, runny nose, mild fever and a mild cough. Over the next 2 weeks, the cough gets worse, leading to …
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… therapy at different ages: Preschool-age children (5 and younger) Be aware of your child's need for routine and … reading, or colouring. School-age children (6 to 12 years) Give clear instructions so that your child is more … using the techniques, problem behaviour most often returns. Parenting programs and books may be helpful for some …
