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… does not last long. Haven't we gotten rid of most diseases children are immunized for? Vaccinations in Canada have led … rid of the disease. The disease still exists, and if fewer children get immunized for a disease, the disease could come … pneumonia , bronchiolitis , or a severe asthma attack. But children usually can still get a shot even when they have a …
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… Information Overview What is egocentric thinking in young children? Egocentric thinking is the normal tendency for a … as it relates to them. This is not selfishness. Young children are unable to understand different points of view. … if something bad happens. What is magical thinking in young children? Magical thinking is a child's belief that what …
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… (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. … Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is usually a mild infection. Children with impetigo will have little discomfort other … schools and summer camps. Limit contact with other children with impetigo If another child has impetigo, you …
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… and stored in a locked location or out of the reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing … time. You should know what the number is and not exceed it. Children and supervision Children must be supervised at all times. Most hot tub or …
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… meals, it is lower than 5.0 to 10.0 mmol/L. footnote 1 Children of any age with type 2 diabetes In general, experts suggest an A1c of 7.0% or less for children of any age who have type 2 diabetes. footnote 2 … Expert Committee, et al. (2018). Type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents. Canadian Journal of Diabetes , …
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… lips from getting sunburned. Preventing sun exposure in children Start protecting your child from the sun when your child is a baby. Because children spend a lot of time outdoors playing, they get most … the sun. This is the safest thing to do for young babies. Children 12 months and older can go in the sun, but they …
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… non-prescription medicine precautions . Dosage Adults and Children over 12 years of age: The usual dose is 325 mg to … before use. Follow all instructions on the label. Children 11 years and younger: Give acetaminophen every 4 to … There are different acetaminophen products for infants and children. Acetaminophen can be found in many forms and comes …
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… or text 45645 (4 p.m. to midnight ET). Kids or teens can call Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text … Hypomanic Episodes Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens Borderline Personality Disorder Depression Depression in Children and Teens Postpartum Depression Reducing Medication …
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… or text 45645 (4 p.m. to midnight ET). Kids or teens can call Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text … or text 45645 (4 p.m. to midnight ET). Kids or teens can call Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text …
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… along with other injuries from a fall. Protecting young children Toddlers and young children like to explore, climb, walk, run, and dance. These … Make sure windows are closed and locked securely when children are present. Don't allow your child to climb on …
