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Rash Age 12 and Older

… Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Rash in teens and adults: Overview Healthy skin provides a barrier between the … have a rash? Yes Rash No Rash How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … and Stings and Spider Bites Tick Bites Rash, Age 11 and Younger Self-Care Most rashes will go away without medical …

Fertility Problems Should I Be Tested

… you already have. Key points to remember If you are younger than 35 and are trying to get pregnant (conceive), … a few tests, or you may need many tests over months and years. If you decide to have infertility testing, talk with … when trying to conceive. You consider other options for parenting, such as adoption or raising a foster child. You …

Healthy Eating Helping Your Child Learn Healthy Eating Habits

… whether and how much to eat from the options you provide. Young children are good at listening to their bodies. They … Remember that younger children may eat smaller amounts than adults. Although paying attention to portion sizes is … Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Growth and …

Pediatric Preparation for Medical Tests

… Child for a Medical Test Medical tests can be scary for adults and for children. You can help your child feel safe … child, stand where he or she can see your face. Ages 2 to 6 years At 2 to 6 years of age, your child probably asks … order to find out how to fix this and help you get well." Younger children in this age group may also benefit from …

Growth and Development Newborn

… Growth and Development, Newborn On this page: Overview What to Expect Common Concerns Promoting Healthy … that babies who are talked to throughout their first few years usually learn language skills more easily than those … from his or her armpit (axillary), but for children younger than 5, rectal temperatures are the most accurate. …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… Rabies vaccine is usually given as a series of 4 doses over a period of 14 days. You will receive the remaining … are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis; or With … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen …

Croup

… What is croup? Croup is a common respiratory problem in young children. It tends to occur in the fall and winter. … doctor may be able to identify the barking cough of croup over the phone. The doctor may place a small clip called a … They don't help with croup, and they may not be safe for young children. Coughs, Age 11 and …

Primary Care

… Primary Care Last updated October 15, 2024 Overview Primary care is often the first contact you have … throughout their entire life, from infancy to senior years. This may include care for chronic diseases, disease … 24 and their families. Image To better support the needs of young people, Foundry centres integrate youth mental health …

COVID-19 protein subunit vaccine

… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the COVID-19 … The protein subunit vaccine is approved for those 12 years of age and older. More information, including how to register for the vaccine, can be found on the Government of British Columbia’s website: …

Heat-related illness

… to a cool indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress … Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make sure their environments are comfortable and … during extreme heat (#35a) Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (#35b) Heat-related …