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… material, and animals including pets and farm animals. During food preparation, contaminated foods can transmit … warm running water at a sink and dry hands with disposable single-use towels. Always wash your hands: Before eating … for in an area separate from other children until their parents pick them up. Adults should supervise children in a …
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… pregnant. Diseases in this group include: Bloom syndrome. Babies with this disease are born small and remain shorter … care decisions that are important to many health problems. Pregnancy: Should I Have Amniocentesis? Pregnancy: Should I … your partner also should be tested. In most cases, both parents must be carriers for a child to get the disease. If …
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… what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … types of neglect are: Child neglect . This happens when parents (or other caregivers) fail to provide a child with … to pursue you and act violently toward you. Ways to support others Here are some things you can do to help a …
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… Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the … kiss or share things such as food, utensils and drinks. Babies and children can become sick through sharing … programs. Mature Minor Consent It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for …
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… ability to make good decisions, and schoolwork. Parents can play a key part in teaching their children how … don't know if any amount of alcohol is safe to drink during pregnancy, so pregnant women are advised not to drink at … (Greater Vancouver) or 1-800-663-1441 (toll free) New Brunswick: Emergency Social Services 1-800-442-9799 …
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… of confusion and paranoia. Family members may need to seek support or treatment to help them cope with the demands of … all family members about how to take care of your loved one during times of relapse. Caring for the family You can help … and concerns and those of other family members. Sometimes parents try to protect their children from knowing that …
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… between children and pets. Take extra care with newborns and pets Animals can become jealous, aggressive, … or relative stay with the baby in a different room while parents reacquaint themselves with the pet. Bring your pet … Don't bother pets while they eat, sleep, or are with their babies. Wash your hands after touching pets or pet items. …
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… depression, loneliness, anxiety, or boredom, you can learn new skills to deal with those feelings. You'll have the most … or corticosteroids. What Increases Your Risk If one of your parents is obese, you're more likely to be overweight too. … after you have tried healthy eating and more activity for 6 months. You keep gaining weight. You have lost weight …
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… medication or have used this medication within the past few months. Though it is unlikely, this medication may … the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
