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Back to school

… Government of British Columbia: Communicable Disease Prevention in K-12 Schools Featured topics Bullying Bullying … choices and meal and snack ideas: Healthy Eating for Children and Youth Lunches to Go (HealthLinkBC File #69f) … and overdose. To learn more about alcohol and drug use in young people, visit: Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Be …

Spina Bifida

… are often damaged. You may see a bulge in the skin. In some babies, the skin is open and the nerves are exposed. What … control problems may need help using a catheter each day to prevent infection and kidney damage. To help prevent bowel … Testing Congenital Hydrocephalus Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Constipation, Age 12 and Older Pressure Injuries …

Mouth and Dental Injuries

… can help stop bleeding, reduce pain, help healing, and prevent infection. Teeth may be injured during a fall or a … adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child or baby . Severe Severe difficulty breathing … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your …

Premature Preterm Infant

… A baby born early is called preterm (or premature). Preterm babies are sometimes called "preemies." Why is preterm birth … with breast milk) to keep up their growth. Disease prevention. Preterm babies get sick more easily than … Chronic Lung Disease in Infants Crying, Age 3 and Younger Dealing With Emergencies Growth and Development, …

Sleep Apnea

… Basics Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … sleep apnea. Toss and turn during sleep. Have nighttime choking or gasping spells. Symptoms in children Children who … apnea, they may not seem very sleepy during the day. In younger children, other symptoms include: Mouth breathing. …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… provider right away. Who is most at risk of becoming sick? Young children, pregnant people, seniors and people with a … boots or shoes while at the petting zoo. This will help prevent you and your child from slipping and falling. At the …

Arm Injuries

… adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes Symptoms of shock No Symptoms of shock Are … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … pain and swelling. Apply ice or cold packs right away to prevent or reduce swelling. Apply the ice or cold pack for …

Staying Healthy Around Animals

… other people. People who are most in need of protection are children under age 5, pregnant women, and people with weak … or meat, or eat produce grown in contaminated water. Preventing infections Washing your hands well may be all you … turtles, baby chicks or ducklings, or other small pets. Young children tend to kiss or lick these types of animals. …

Leg Injuries

Hip Injuries Age 11 and Younger

… Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … Medicines to Children More self-care Child Safety: Preventing Falls Using Cold and Heat Therapies Preparing For …