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… and internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, the elderly, people with weakened immune … cutting boards and counters that have touched raw meat to prevent E. coli from contaminating other foods. You can use … makes a toxic gas that causes serious breathing problems, choking and potentially death. Cook whole or mechanically …
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… adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes Symptoms of shock No Symptoms of shock … 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 …
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… their disease. This includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the … done in many developing countries. Parents or guardians of children born in or adopted from these countries should …
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… an active role in managing a health condition. Wrist Care: Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Check Your Symptoms Do you … 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 …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines … can feel suicidal . Warning signs of possible suicide in children and teens can include making suicide threats, being … if: A child expresses concerns about weight at a very young age. A teen becomes more strict with a diet. A teen …
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… a bony mound in the knee called the tibial tubercle . Older children and teenagers often get Osgood-Schlatter disease during a growth spurt. Certain young athletes, such as runners, gymnasts, and those who …
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… to make too many lymphoblasts. Lymphoblasts are a type of young white blood cell. They usually become mature … Or you may be pale or have a headache. Other symptoms in children and adults include bruising, bleeding easily, and … might remain after induction. Maintenance therapy helps prevent relapse. Health Tools Health Tools help you make …
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… #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help … water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine …
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… gets more obvious by age 2 or 3 years. Growth problems. Children who were exposed to alcohol before they were born … pregnancy can severely affect a developing baby. You can prevent FASD by not drinking at all while you are pregnant. … to have problems. Traits passed down through families. Some babies are more likely to be harmed by alcohol than others. …
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… playing in this water. However, some individuals (such as young children) may be less careful, or may be unaware of … the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not exposed to water that is contaminated with … are providing a safe source of drinking water. How can I prevent illness from cyanobacteria? To prevent illness from …
