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… than the recommended amount. Are energy drinks safe for children and teens? Experts recommend that children and teens not drink energy drinks. footnote 2 , …
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… get sick from foodborne illness each year. What can I do to prevent foodborne illness? Wash your hands Wash your hands … throw it out. Who is at highest risk of foodborne illness? Children under 5 years People who are pregnant Adults 60 …
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… If you're pregnant, staying in a target range can also help prevent problems during pregnancy. Work with your doctor to … meals, it is lower than 5.0 to 10.0 mmol/L. footnote 1 Children of any age with type 2 diabetes In general, experts … before meals and a different range for after meals. Youth (younger than 18 years old) with type 1 diabetes In general, …
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… they usually aren't serious. You can often relieve pain and prevent infection of minor nail problems at home. Normally, … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … HomeTreatment RelatedInformation Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain is so bad that you …
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… an infection. If you have an MRSA infection, you can prevent the spread by keeping wounds covered, cleaning your … for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song). …
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… about travelling while pregnant, speak with your health care provider or see HealthLinkBC File #41g The Pregnant … Blood Services has implemented a 21-day waiting period to prevent possible transmission. Are there tests for the Zika … Manitoba. Testing can be arranged through your doctor. Babies can be assessed to ensure that they are developing …
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… conjugate vaccine? The vaccine is provided free to children in grade 9. The vaccine is also provided free to … additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses and when …
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… variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known … Talk to your doctor about using erythromycin safely. Babies may be at higher risk for a certain serious stomach … for storage details. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… lab tests, and other medications you may be taking. Children's dosage is also based on weight. Be sure to tell … before or after taking this medication because they will prevent your body from fully absorbing this drug. Avoid …
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… pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This … adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Children may be at greater risk for low blood sugar …
