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… active form of the drug called ganciclovir. It is used to prevent disease caused by a virus called cytomegalovirus … on your medical condition (especially kidney function). In children, the dosage is also based on their body size. The …
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… transplant, or who have had cancer treatment Infants and young children Pregnant women Older adults People with a chronic … community. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #56 Preventing Water-borne Infections For People with Weakened …
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… range from mild to severe. Stuttering that starts during a child's early language-learning years (ages 2 through 7 … . It's a normal part of language development. Most children aren't bothered by it and may not even notice that … . It's a normal part of language development. Most children aren't bothered by it and may not even notice that …
Medications
… Also, it may make it harder for men or women to have a child (decreased fertility) after treatment. Talk with your … directed by your doctor, drink plenty of fluids to help prevent side effects. The dosage and treatment schedule are … from light and moisture. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… a health concern for: Pregnant women Developing babies Babies less than 6 months old The elderly Individuals … suggest that the thyroid gland function in school-age children may be affected by exposure to high levels of …
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… get the infection during birth. It is unclear why some babies get group B strep infection and others do not. … strep, you will get antibiotics before delivery. This will prevent giving the bacteria to your baby during delivery. If you're pregnant and gave birth before to a child with group B strep infection, you should be treated …
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… Wrist Exercises for Heel Pain or Tightness Exercising to Prevent a Stroke Exercising While Sitting Down Expert: Be … Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Heat-Related Illnesses Helping Children With Disabilities Stay Active HIV and Exercise … Making It a Habit Fitness: Staying Active When You Have Young Children Fitness: Teaching Your Child to Stay Active …
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… diabetes educator can help you learn to count carbs. And children, especially, need to work with a health … blood sugar. You can review this with your child's diabetes care team. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… does not treat bacterial infections, but it may help to prevent breakdown of gum tissue. Antibiotics do not work for … away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness. Children younger than 8 years may be more sensitive to the side …
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… of Canada (PHAC), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the World Health Organization (WHO) … or thinking about becoming pregnant? Experts believe that babies born to women who have the virus are at risk for … safe to use a repellent that contains 10% or less DEET on children older than 6 months. If you are pregnant or …