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… first year, which often is reflected in how much they eat. Children this age may eat robustly one day and very little … likes. Make sure it is readily available most of the time. Children tend to accept new foods gradually, and you may … your child actually tries it. Model good nutrition for your children. Do not regularly keep less nutritious foods (for …
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… for people of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage who plan to have children or are pregnant. Diseases in this group include: … look red, and they have more lung and ear infections than children normally have. Canavan disease. This disease … is a person who can pass a genetic disease on to their children. Carrier screening is a type of genetic test. It …
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… learning disorder is a disorder that makes it difficult for children to learn from what they see visually. Children with non-verbal learning disorder often can … with math, because math is often taught visually. Children with non-verbal learning disorder usually want to …
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… risk of serious illness from influenza. This includes: All children 2 years to less than 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical … neuromuscular disorders Those who are very obese Indigenous children may be at increased risk of serious illness from …
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… medicines to a child. Don't give cough or cold medicines to children under 6 years of age. For children older than 6, always follow all the instructions … medicines to a child. Don't give cough or cold medicines to children under 6 years of age. For children older than 6, …
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… is croup? Croup is a common respiratory problem in young children. It tends to occur in the fall and winter. Its main … An attack of croup can be scary, but it is rarely serious. Children usually get better in several days with rest and … with others can help prevent the spread of croup. As children grow older and their lungs and windpipes mature, …
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… bacterium. It is more common in summer than winter. Children ages 2 to 4 are most likely to get the condition. … toilet trained. Family members and playmates of infected children are also at high risk of becoming infected. Food … usually lasts 4 to 7 days. In some people, especially young children and older adults, the diarrhea can be so severe …
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… for longer than 12 months or who breastfed several children. BRCA gene changes People who do a gene test and … you comfort, such as spending time outdoors or being with children. A cancer support group. Cancer support groups … for longer than 12 months or who breastfed several children. BRCA gene changes People who do a gene test and …
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… for toddlers' colds and coughs Acetaminophen use in young children Ibuprofen use in young children Healthy eating and physical activity for kids … Keeping a record Preventing breath-holding spells in children … Caring for your toddler …
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… Examples are cystic fibrosis and celiac disease . Children, especially those younger than 6 months of age and … let your baby get dehydrated. Don't wait until you see signs of dehydration in your baby. These signs include your baby having fewer or no wet diapers and a …
