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Opioids and adult children

… new set of responsibilities as they grow into young adults, including the ability to legally … major risks. Fentanyl and other opioids are safe when they are used under medical …
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Worried About Using Opioids

… Overview Opioids are used to relieve moderate to severe … long-term pain when safer options don't help. Opioids don't cure a health problem. But they … manage the pain and help you function better. Opioids or other medicines that contain them …
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Safe Use of Long-Acting Opioids

… Usually the benefits of the medicine are more important than any minor side effects. … right away if you have: Trouble breathing. Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. … Usually the benefits of the medicine are more important than any minor side effects. …
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Opioids

… may be used for a short time, such as after surgery, or for long-term pain when safer … may be used for a short time, such as after surgery, or for long-term pain when safer …
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Allergy safe adult care facilities

… auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree … raw fruits and vegetables. This is called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or pollen food … auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree …
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Parenting and substance use

… and mentoring, you can guide them towards healthy decisions later in life. How to talk … a young adult, you can still help them make healthy life decisions by maintaining good … and having conversations that encourage healthy behaviour. This includes conversations …
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Travelling with children

… solution (ORS) and water-disinfectant tablets Medication recommended by your health … solution (ORS) and water-disinfectant tablets Medication recommended by your health …
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Physical Activity for Children and Teens

… Adolescent Sensory and Motor Development Anabolic Steroids Fitness: Getting and Staying Active … Adolescent Sensory and Motor Development Anabolic Steroids Fitness: Getting and Staying …
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Activities for school age children

… – 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 … Everyday physical activity for school-age children Most elementary school-age children …
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Burns and scalds in young children

… normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and … normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and …