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… After you have been infected with chickenpox (usually in childhood), the virus can live in your body's nerve roots in … virus so that symptoms of shingles do not develop. It should not be used for treating active shingles, nerve pain … or fever may also occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your health care professional promptly. …
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… coronavirus disease, also known as COVID-19. You can get more information from your health care professional via … It is usually given in the upper arm. For young children, it is usually given in the upper thigh. Closely … that you get each vaccination as scheduled. Ask when you should get each dose, and make a note on your calendar. If …
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… in people at high risk from the infection (such as young children, older adults, and people with chronic health … vision changes, or ringing in the ears just after getting a vaccine injection. Tell your health care … precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular …
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… Congenital Heart Disease: Caring for Your Child On this page: Overview Caring for Your Child at Home … your child have a good quality of life. It may be hard to get your child to eat enough. There can be many different … do I give another dose? If a dose of medicine is missed, should I give an extra or a double dose? How soon after …
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… How to Get Up Safely After a Fall On this page: Overview Related … your head in the direction you want to roll, move your shoulder and arm, then hip and leg in the same direction. … forward, and place it flat on the floor. Your other leg should be bent with the knee on the floor. Rise slowly, turn …
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… Substance Use: Helping Someone Get Treatment On this page: Overview … But you can talk to the person and encourage them to get treatment. Here are some ideas that may help. Choose a … Tell the person what will happen if they refuse to get help, and be prepared to act. Stress that you aren't …
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… Asthma's Impact on Your Child's Life On this page: Overview … is a challenging condition. It can affect all areas of your child's life. Many children who have asthma miss school days. When this …
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… Diabetes in Children: Checking Blood Sugar in a Child Actionset Overview … know when your child's blood sugar level is outside the target range. Checking your child's blood sugar helps you treat … Your child's doctor will tell you how often and when you should test your child's blood sugar. Be sure to keep a …
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… Starting Antidepressants: How to Care for Your Child On this page: Overview Overview If … for serious side effects. These don't happen often, but you should be aware of them. Watch for: Chest pain or the heart … safely. Let the doctor know if your child's symptoms aren't getting better. Your child may need a different dose. Or …
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… Bullying: Building a Child's Self-Esteem On this page: Overview Overview Children who are socially withdrawn, shy, and appear to lack … self-esteem are more likely than other children to be targets for bullying . Children who appear confident and strong …
