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… or herpes simplex virus. These cases are seen more in young, sexually active men. Other organisms that are not … there are symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … external (“male”) and internal (“female”) condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and …
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… disabilities? Learning disabilities make it hard for your child to learn in certain areas. Your child may have trouble … by problems with seeing, hearing, or moving. But many children with learning disabilities have other conditions … a change in the IEP if you don't agree with it. How can you care for your child? Learn more Research and learn all you …
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… and testing Test results Appeals Confidentiality Minors (children) Penalties Provincial Court and Court Registries … with a person’s blood or body fluids and you are not using preventative measures, you could be at risk of HIV, …
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… play: Activities to encourage your toddler to play Your child and play from birth to 3 years (HealthLinkBC File #92a) Toilet training Most children are ready to start when they are about 30 months of … time and preschool children . Limiting screen time for young children supports optimal and healthy development. …
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… Basics Health Tools How It Spreads What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … chronic hepatitis B. Over time, it can damage your liver. Babies and young children infected with the virus are more likely to …
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… with later development of the permanent tooth. Your child will need to be checked by a dentist even if the tooth … between the gums and the cheek or under the tongue, being careful not to swallow it. A young child should not be expected to do this. If the adult …
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… slapping, pinching, ear pulling, jabbing, shoving, or choking. Forcing a child to assume a position that becomes painful over time. … of worthlessness, anger, resentment, and confusion. Causing children to have trouble forming close relationships, …
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… inner (medial) part of the elbow may be golfer's elbow . In children who do sports that involve throwing, the same elbow … 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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… vaccine is not part of the routine schedule of childhood immunizations. For information on the routine pneumococcal vaccine for children, see HealthLinkBC File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate … polysaccharide vaccine because it is not effective in young children. These children receive the pneumococcal …
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… sign is an oddly shaped head at birth or by the time the child is a few months old. For example, the skull may become … damage and can make the baby develop more slowly than other children. How is it diagnosed? You or your doctor may notice … in the skull to create artificial sutures. This surgery prevents or relieves pressure on the brain and allows the …
