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… When to call your healthcare provider Last updated August 11, 2013 Lots of different … ask for help. It is good to become familiar with your healthcare providers' policies regarding phone calls, home visits, and …
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… What causes them in a child? Cataracts are rare in babies and children. But children may be born with cataracts … need surgery to remove the cataract. This is done to help prevent lasting vision loss and to be sure that normal … eye. The drops may also help prevent vision loss in very young children who need to wait for surgery. Early treatment …
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… Malaria prevention Last updated December 28, 2022 HealthLink BC File … who survive repeated or lengthy episodes of malaria as children will have some immunity to infection. However, this … malaria are more severe among pregnant women and developing babies, including a risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and …
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… Learn about health-related concerns that are common among babies: Common health concerns for babies first year Bowel … and babies: Dehydration: Drinking enough fluids (babies and young children) Developmental dysplasia of the hip Developmental …
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… Preventing injuries Last updated January 7, 2025 Being … healthy physical activity, sedentary behaviour or sleep for children or youth, speak with a health care provider or a …
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… Preventing Mastitis On this page: Overview Related … of mastitis most often appear within 4 to 6 weeks after childbirth. Nursing moms sometimes get mastitis when … first. Wear a bra that isn't too tight or restrictive. Take care of your nipples. Air-dry your nipples after you …
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… Bedwetting in Children On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms … Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Other Treatment Related … Children learn bladder control at different ages. Children younger than 4 often wet their beds or clothes, because they …
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… Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People On this page: Facts About … Alcohol or Drugs? Finding the Right Care for Your Child Prevention Strategies Topic … use problem. Parents can play a key part in teaching their children about alcohol and drug use by talking honestly and …
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… Taking Care of Yourself When Your Child Is Sick On this page: Overview Overview Having a sick child can be very tiring. Taking care of yourself is an …
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… Headaches in Children On this page: Health Tools Cause … the Doctor Examinations and Tests Medicines Home Treatment Prevention … headaches should you watch for? Some children, especially younger ones, may not always tell you when they feel a …
