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Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People

… Topic Overview For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other substances like cigarettes is … how the cells in the brain send and process information. These changes in the brain make …

Burns and scalds in young children

… 123 Young children, who are naturally curious and like … common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks and … tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young children at risk? Young children are …

Health Problems Associated With Adult Obesity

… Overview How obesity affects your health depends on many things, including your … (sometimes called pear-shaped). If you have healthier habits or lose weight, you can lower … Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… 100b What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects … food suppliers about the food allergies at your facility Make sure staff who buy, store, … food suppliers about the food allergies at your facility Make sure staff who buy, store, …

Opioids and adult children

… is a key factor in promoting healthy choices, resilience and in preventing drug-related harm … is a key factor in promoting healthy choices, resilience and in preventing drug-related harm …

Alcohol and young people

… Any amount of alcohol use comes with risks. The risks are … you’re drinking and that no one has added any drugs to your drink Avoid mixing alcohol with … it to cope Where to get help Alcohol and Drug Information Referral Service Call …

Children's Health

… Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Crib Safety Croup Crying Child and Possible Abuse Crying … Mask Spacer Chickenpox: Controlling the Itch Croup: Managing a Croup Attack Cystic Fibrosis: Helping Your …

Drug Use and Your Health

… Is this topic for you? This topic is about drug use in adults. For information about drug use in young people, see the topic Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People . Why do …

Health and Safety Birth to 2 Years

… Overview What can you do to help keep your child safe? No one can watch a child's every … balance among supervising your child, taking safety precautions, and allowing your child to … any equipment. Use extra caution when riding bicycles or tricycles. Make sure that you and …

Infant and Toddler Health

… topics and topics such as: Toilet Training . Croup: Managing a Croup Attack . Thumb-Sucking: Helping Your … Cradle Cap Craniosynostosis Crib Safety Croup Crying Child and Possible Abuse Crying …