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… vaccine that was previously offered to students in grade 6. Children should get the meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate … even if treated. Permanent complications include brain damage, deafness and loss of limbs. Meningococcal infection … https://immunizebc.ca/children/have-positive-experience/tips-school-age-teens . Image Image Child Immunization Series …
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… may be no better than taking a wait-and-see approach for children who have only a few throat infections a year. Your … may benefit from surgery if he or she is missing a lot of school because of repeated throat infections or has trouble … and follow all instructions on the label. If your child is age 8 or older, he or she can also gargle often with warm …
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… Asthma: How to Overcome Treatment Obstacles On this page: Overview Overview Asthma is a … and other people. Asthma management plan problems for children Reasons children might not follow plan Possible … for treatment. Talk to friends, neighbours, and school administrators about your child's asthma and what …
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… as it destroys many of the microbes that can cause spoilage. Raw freshly pressed or squeezed juices are not heat … risk? People at higher risk of getting sick are: Young children (5 years of age and under) Older adults Pregnant … vulnerable groups should not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and adult day cares, hospitals and other …
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… Wellbeing Last updated November 29, 2023 On this page: Mindfulness Connection Healthy mind Featured resources … across B.C., please visit HelpStartsHere.gov.bc.ca , managed by the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions. You … After labour and care for new moms Baby's Best Chance BC Children’s Hospital: Infant mental health BC Women’s …
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… Tourette Syndrome (TS) On this page: What … (TS) is a brain condition that starts in childhood. Children with TS make sounds or movements that they can't … symptoms. The doctor may want to know if tics are causing school or social problems for your child. There are no tests …
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… from 18-24 months Last updated August 10, 2013 At this age, your toddler is probably happier playing alongside - rather than with - other children. But it's important to introduce new playmates. … it nurtures and supports your child’s social and emotional growth . Here are some more tips for helping your child to …
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… virus. Chickenpox is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with weakened immune systems can be … children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or the …
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… tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How … iron do I need? The amount of iron you need depends on your age, sex, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding. …
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… Screening for Hearing Problems On this page: Overview Overview In children The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that all … to your doctor during routine visits. Growth and Development, Ages 2 to 5 Years Growth and …
