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… disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur … fingernails or toenails have also been reported, mostly in children, within weeks of having hand, foot and mouth …
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… But these changes can be a normal part of aging. This type of memory problem is more often annoying than serious. … , and irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). Problems from diabetes . Kidney or liver failure . They cause high levels … But these changes can be a normal part of aging. This type of memory problem is more often annoying than serious. …
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… is found. In that case, your doctor may diagnose you with a type of irritable bowel syndrome . What are the symptoms? … effect, like prunes. There are also laxative medicines. One type (osmotic) holds water in the intestine to make it easier to pass stool. The other type (stimulant) increases movement in the intestine. Stool …
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… with the forearms, elbows, and feet. There are at least 80 types of massage. Some are gentle. Some are intense. Types of massage There are at least 80 different types of massage. Some are gentle, and some are very active …
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… Overview Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are types of inflammatory bowel disease. What you eat doesn't … the inflammation that causes your disease. But some types of foods, such as high-fibre fruits and vegetables, … low-FODMAP diet. FODMAPs are carbohydrates that are in many types of foods. It stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, …
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… disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. It is a type of pneumoconiosis called coal workers' pneumoconiosis … (COPD) . How severe black lung disease is depends on the type of coal dust, how much dust was in the air, and how … and manufacturing carbon electrodes (used in certain types of large furnaces) and carbon black (a compound used …
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… when to take your child to the emergency room, see: BC Children's Hospital: When to bring your child to the BC Children's Emergency Department First Nations Health … When to bring your child to the Emergency Department (BC Children's Hospital) – Additional examples to help families …
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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 … Volume and Forced Vital Capacity How Asthma Develops in Children Inhaled Corticosteroids for Asthma Inhaled …
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… Making a plan will help provide for your safety and your children's safety. Here are some tips to help you: Hide … with objects that can be used as weapons. Also, keep your children out of these unsafe rooms. Think of a code. Create … and hide it in the car. Leave right away if you or your children are in danger. Try to move into safe areas of your …
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… may also be useful for adults who have health problems, children, and teens. But talk to your doctor because some of … people may have special dietary needs. Older adults, young children, and people with kidney disease should talk with a … assessment, and treatment of hypertension in adults and children. Canadian Journal of Cardiology , 36(5): 596–624. …
