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… Choosing Child Care On this page: Overview Beginning Your Search Individual … be well taken care of. How can you find good child care? When choosing child care, consider your child's safety, how …
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Young children and their vision Last updated January 11, … vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is … to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children by …
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… updated August 10, 2013 Between 24 and 30 months, toddlers are able to show compassion, but they can also find it hard … their toys, food or parents' attention. Learn what else you can expect at this age. On this page: Social and … making you sad?" Move your toddler to a quieter place when she is having difficulty coping with emotions Encourage …
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… of the intestine. It is most common in babies who are born early (premature). Many newborns who have it go on … aren't sure what causes this condition. It may occur when the immune and digestive systems do not form in the … little energy. How is it diagnosed? The doctor will examine your baby. The doctor may do tests, such as: An X-ray of …
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… condition that affects males. Klinefelter syndrome occurs when a boy is born with one or more extra X chromosomes . … of physical traits. Many men with an extra X chromosome are not aware that they have it, and they lead normal lives. … . At this point, the boy's testicles fail to grow, and you may start to notice other symptoms. To find out if your …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … It is very important to talk with the doctor about the risks and benefits of antidepressant medication (especially … rapid speech). Be especially watchful for these symptoms when a new antidepressant is started or when the dose is …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Codeine has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose increase, or … as possible). If you have ongoing pain (such as due to cancer), your doctor may direct you to also take long-acting …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … directed by your doctor, usually once a day. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start … consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse when this drug is stopped. Tell your doctor right away if …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … health needs. Uses This medication is used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have had "mini-strokes" … If you have certain side effects (such as severe headache) when you first start taking this medication, your doctor may …
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… intimate relationships, with others later in life. There are lots of other ways to discipline your child. Effective alternatives to corporal punishment … behaviours within your family. Research has shown that positive reinforcement is more effective than corporal …