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… Child Abuse and Neglect On this page: Overview What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms … needs. There are different types of abuse and neglect. Physical abuse. This includes hitting, kicking, shaking, … confined to a wheelchair. Below-average intelligence . Developmental delays . A difficult temperament . Behavioural …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis A … The hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least 6 months … Residents and staff of institutions caring for people with developmental challenges where there is ongoing infection …
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… Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How much iron do I need? The amount of iron you need depends on your age, sex, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Recommended amount of iron per day: Age (years) Male Female 1 to 3 7 mg 7 mg 4 to 8 10 mg 10 mg 9 to …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap-IPV … vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were immunized … tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis and polio at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune …
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… Mood Disorders in Children On this page: Overview Overview Mood disorders are a health problem. … Has frequent and severe outbursts. These may be verbal or physical. Has a grouchy or angry mood for most of the day, … on the type of mood disorder and the age of your child. Physical symptoms include: Changes in appetite or weight. …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B … the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with a case of … fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given with other routine …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B … have not received the recommended number of doses for their age can also get the vaccine for free. The vaccine is also … Staff or residents in a community group home for the developmentally challenged. Students training in a health …
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… vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is given as a series of 2 doses, or shots, … A second booster dose is not required for at least 10 years. Who is most at risk? Infants and elderly are most at …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well … plays an important role in a child’s social and emotional development. It is important to recognize the signs of … Play Audiometry This test is mostly used for children 2 to 5years of age. Your child is taught to play a game, such as …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap … for children immunized against these diseases at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune … as 13 weeks and up until delivery. Children 7 years of age and older and adults who have not been fully immunized …
