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… Acetaminophen Use in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … It does not reduce inflammation, as do non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) such as ibuprofen, but it also … It does not reduce inflammation, as do non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) such as ibuprofen, but it also …
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… Type 2 Diabetes: Screening for Children On this page: Overview … . High blood pressure . High cholesterol . Polycystic ovary syndrome . (This is a hormone problem that interferes with … . High blood pressure . High cholesterol . Polycystic ovary syndrome . (This is a hormone problem that interferes with …
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… Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children On this page: … to anyone younger than 18. It has been linked to Reye syndrome , a serious illness. Acid reducers that decrease … as Pepto-Bismol. Experts think it may be linked to Reye syndrome , a rare but serious illness. Be sure you …
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… Physical Activity for Children and Teens On this page: How Exercise Helps Children … growing. Common overuse injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome of the wrist, rotator cuff injury of the shoulder, … growing. Common overuse injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome of the wrist, rotator cuff injury of the shoulder, …
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… Congenital Heart Defects in Children On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms … right. Others are more serious and complex, such as a missing heart valve or heart chamber. Some defects are … in babies who are born with genetic conditions such as Down syndrome. Taking some prescription or other medicines during …
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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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… 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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… Preventing Poisoning in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview … Many of the items in our homes can be poisonous to children—household cleaners, medicines, cosmetics, garden … toxic substances or get them on his or her skin. Young children have the highest risk of poisoning because of their …
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… Urinary Tract Infections in Children On this page: Cause What Increases … connect them. Most UTIs are bladder infections. UTIs in children must be treated right away. A UTI that is not … lead to a kidney infection. What causes it? Most UTIs in children are caused by germs (bacteria) that enter the …
