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… such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet-trained where there is poor hygiene. These children can also spread the infection to other people in … lessen the chance of spreading the infection to others. Children in daycare who have diarrhea can be cared for in a …
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… age groups and individuals at high risk. Infants and Children School Age Children Adults, Seniors and Individuals at High Risk … of age and continue until your child is 4 to 6 years old. Children in grades 6 and 9 also get immunizations as part of …
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… water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine … diluted juices or sports drinks, for 24 to 48 hours. In children, people with underlying medical conditions, and the … are no longer thirsty. Do not give this homemade drink to children under 12 years of age. Pre-packaged oral …
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… it is safe to apply DEET in concentrations of 10% DEET to children 6 months to 12 years of age. It's important to read … recommends icaridin as the preferred insect repellent for children 6 months to 12 years of age. The PHAC does not recommend the use of icaridin on children younger than age 6 months. footnote 1 Permethrin. …
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… of generalized epilepsy that begins in early childhood. (Children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome may also have atonic … or atonic seizures are likely to be injured when they fall. Children may have to wear helmets and restrict their … of generalized epilepsy that begins in early childhood. (Children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome may also have atonic …
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… and control. Some women worry about themselves and their children when home is not a safe place, and that worry is … houses provide safe shelter for women, with or without children. To find a transition house in your area, visit the …
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… Asthma Diary Template Asthma During Pregnancy Asthma in Children Asthma in Children: Knowing How Bad an Attack Is Asthma in Older … Monitoring Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) Barking Coughs in Children Belly Breathing (Diaphragmatic Breathing) Black …
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… between the upper lip and nose. Impetigo is more common in children than adults. Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (Coxsackie virus), in children. Ulcers may appear on the inside of the cheeks and … and mouth tissue (gingivostomatitis), which is common in children. A child who has gum sores and a fever or who does …
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… However, people with respiratory illness, especially children with a history of asthma or wheezing may sometimes … medical care should be sought immediately. Parents of children with asthma should make sure their children regularly take their prescribed asthma medication …
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… your baby needs your help taking care of them. Babies and children need their teeth for eating and speaking well, to … Ask your dentist if they provide dental care for young children. If they don’t see young children, they can refer you to a dentist who does. Or you …
