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… easy to know where to turn when your child has a cold or an infection. But it can be hard to know how to talk to your … Child Abuse and Neglect Child Safety: Pets Child Safety: Preventing Burns Child Safety: Preventing Child Abduction … Reducing Biting in Teething Babies Reye Syndrome Safe Water for Mixing Infant Formula Self-Esteem, Ages 6 to 10 …
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… too active and attacks joint tissues. Viruses or other infections and certain genes that make the immune system … for 20 minutes, and repeat as needed. You can use hot water bottles. Or make hot packs from towels dipped in warm water or wet towels microwaved for 15 to 30 seconds. Always …
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… in an area where hepatitis A is a known problem or where water quality is questionable: Boil water before you drink it. Bring the water to a rolling boil for 1 minute. If you are at an …
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… packet into a container with 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of water. Stir the mixture well and leave it for 2 to 3 minutes … If any medication remains in the container, add more water, stir, and drink right away to make sure you take the … bone loss and fractures (see above), and C. difficile infection (see Side Effects section). Children may be more …
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… the edges. Tell your doctor if you see redness or sores. Water and your splint Keep your splint dry. Moisture can … surgery, moisture under the splint can increase the risk of infection. Tape a sheet of plastic to cover your splint when … the edges. Tell your doctor if you see redness or sores. Water and your splint Keep your splint dry. Moisture can …
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… cyst . This causes swelling in the back of the knee. Infection in the skin ( cellulitis ), joint ( infectious … Medicines to Children More self-care Child Safety: Preventing Falls Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other …
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… drink 6 to 8 glasses (about 56 ounces/1660 milliliters) of water each day, starting 2 days before your first dose, on … is increased. Take this medication by mouth with a meal and water as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. … This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious …
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… Vietnamese What is influenza? Influenza is an acute infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza … Getting sick with influenza also puts you at risk of other infections. These include viral or bacterial pneumonia which … moist air from a hot shower or from a sink filled with hot water to help clear a stuffy nose Anti-influenza drugs or …
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… an active role in managing a health condition. Wrist Care: Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Check Your Symptoms Do you … may have been caused by abuse Are there any symptoms of infection ? Yes Symptoms of infection No Symptoms of … Medicines to Children More self-care Child Safety: Preventing Falls Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports …
