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… How Asthma Develops in Children On this page: Overview … footnote 2 But other research shows that upper respiratory infections that do not progress to lower respiratory infections may protect a child from developing asthma. …
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… Back Pain in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Related … In most cases, there isn't a clear cause for back pain. Children can have back pain after an injury or sports event. … pain, swelling, or tenderness in that part of the body. Children or their parents may not be able to remember when …
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… Acetaminophen Use in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … (Varicella) Circumcision Crying, Age 3 and Younger Ear Infections Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger … (Varicella) Circumcision Crying, Age 3 and Younger Ear Infections Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger …
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… Ibuprofen Use in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … often to give the dose. Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … There are different products and strengths for infants and children. The correct dose and timing of the dose are …
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… Congenital Heart Defects in Children On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms … Genes passed down from a parent are a possible cause. Viral infections also may play a role. For example, if a woman … Genes passed down from a parent are a possible cause. Viral infections also may play a role. For example, if a woman …
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… Activities for school age children Last updated June 30, 2021 Trying lots of different … and sports – even playing more than one sport – helps children find out what they like and what they are good at. If children do well at a particular physical activity, they’re …
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… Early years, children and youth Last updated January 7, 2025 Overview … duration. Adults play an important role in encouraging children and youth to achieve a daily balance of physical … are recommended for the early years (0-4 years) and children and youth (5-17 years): Canadian 24-Hour Movement …
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… Burns and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Young children, who are naturally curious and like to explore, are … scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap …
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… Grief: Helping Children Understand On this page: Getting Started Related … Getting Started Be honest about the loss. Not telling children about a major loss may cause them to develop unrealistic fears and concerns. Children may also feel insecure because they know the adults …
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… Physical Activity for Children and Teens On this page: How Exercise Helps Children and Teens Health Tools Tips for Helping Your Child … Your Teen How Exercise Helps Children and Teens Physical activity is key to lifelong …
