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… Diabetes: Care of Blood Sugar Test Supplies On this page: … right away after you take out a strip. Diabetes in Children: Checking Blood Sugar in a Child Diabetes: Checking …
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… Helping Children With Disabilities Stay Active On this page: Like all children, those with disabilities need to be as active as possible. But children with disabilities are less likely to be physically …
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… The benefits of eating together for children and families Last updated April 1, 2017 Download … These are important life skills that can help us eat well. Children and others new to the kitchen can help in the … them on the baking sheet, or pick herbs from the garden. Children are more likely to eat the foods they help you to …
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… Nightmares and Other Sleep Problems in Children On this page: Overview Overview … helps your child stay alert and focused at school and play. Children who don't get enough sleep over time can have … talking is more common than sleepwalking, although some children do both. Nightmares. These are very common in …
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… Warning Signs of Suicide in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Overview Warning signs of suicide in children and teens include: Talking about suicide or wanting … Consider saving these numbers in your phone. What puts children and teens at risk for suicide? It's hard to know if …
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… Treating Asthma in Babies and Younger Children On this page: Overview Overview Babies and small children need early treatment for asthma symptoms to prevent … because their bronchial tubes are smaller. Babies and young children may be treated with oral or inhaled medicines. Even …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Dealing With Low Blood Sugar Actionset Overview Most women with gestational diabetes don't have a problem with low blood sugar … carbohydrate from quick-sugar food, like glucose tablets. Children usually need less than 15 grams of carbohydrate. …
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… Eye Problems in Children: Signs to Look For On this page: Overview Related … styes. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common problem in children. Has eyes that seem to bulge, bounce, or dance in … or shuts one eye because he or she is uncomfortable. All children will sometimes cover or close an eye to experiment …
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… Diabetes: Preventing High Blood Sugar Emergencies Actionset … target range. It can happen if: You miss a dose of your type 2 diabetes medicine or a required dose of insulin. You … target range. It can happen if: You miss a dose of your type 2 diabetes medicine or a required dose of insulin. You …
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… Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child … amount of fluoride toothpaste. Use a pea-sized amount for children ages 3 to 6 years. Start flossing your child's …
