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… Child Abuse and Neglect On this page: Overview What … abuse. Neglect. Neglect happens when a child does not get the shelter, schooling, clothing, medical care, or … the child isn't gaining weight or height the way the child should. Although this can be caused by a medical problem, it …
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… Your Child and the Dentist On this page: Overview Related … or if the child needs to be physically held back, you should know in advance and perhaps help. If you feel your … your dentist about any worries your child may have. Work together to help limit them. For example, if you know your …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview Related … health All pets, whether they are kept indoors or outside, should be in good health, show no signs of disease, and be … tips can help protect both your pet and your child from getting sick or hurt. Immunize cats and dogs. Use flea-, …
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… Child Safety: Fires On this page: Overview Related … Keep your family safe by following these safety tips. Teach children that only grown-ups use fire. Keep lighters and … stoves, and furnaces. Have equipment installed properly. Get it inspected often. Don't use space heaters while you …
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… Regular Checkup for a Child On this page: Overview Overview Print this page and fill in the information if you are bringing your child in for an appointment. What questions or concerns do I have about my child that I want addressed during this appointment? Are …
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… Evaluating Pain in a Child On this page: Overview Overview Pain can be difficult for a child to describe. Also, a child isn't always able to recognize a sensation as pain. An …
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… Fitness: Getting and Staying Active On this page: Health Tools Why Should You Be More Active? What Does "Being Active" Really … like playing with your kids, gardening, dancing, or biking. Children and teenagers who are fit may have more energy and …
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… Vaccine to Prevent COVID-19 On this page: Overview Overview The COVID-19 vaccine can help you avoid getting COVID-19. The number of doses you need depends on … the vaccine. You can't get COVID-19 from the vaccine. Who should get the vaccine? Everyone who is able to get the …
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… Child Safety: Bathing On this page: Overview Related … Always keep the baby within arm's reach. Never leave children in charge of watching their younger siblings while … does not prevent drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is safe when left alone or with an older sibling while …
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… Getting Enough Calcium and Vitamin D On this page: Topic … important for you to get enough calcium and vitamin D as a child and as an adult. It helps keep your bones strong as … from all sources—including food, sunshine, and supplements—should not be more than the amount shown by age in the table …
