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… Overview If you have a possible poisoning emergency, call 9-1-1 or your local … skin. Young children have the highest risk of poisoning because of their natural curiosity. … or items away from children. Preventing poisoning Choose the least hazardous product …
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… Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of … calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are … babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent …
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… Overview Tooth decay and cavities are caused by … away the outer protective layer (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting …
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… 123 Young children, who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from …
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… 35c Heat-related Series Heat and humidity can go up in the summer months, … heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 … of heat-related illness? Contact a health care provider if your infant or young child …
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… easily inhaled into the windpipe. Those with small detachable parts, like wheels. Household … tops, and safety pins. Clothing price tags. Small holiday decorations. Kitchen items, such … on containers. How can you prevent choking in small children? Preventing choking on food To …
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… Topic Overview For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other substances like … times and stop, while others may continue to use them on a more regular basis. Young people … unprotected sex. This raises the chance of pregnancy and infection with sexually …
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… 35b Heat-related Series Heat and humidity can go up in the summer months, … heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher …
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… a possible poison. More than 90% of poisonings occur in the home. Young children have the highest risk of poisoning. That's because they're naturally curious. More than half of poisonings in children occur in those who are …
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… have time to breathe, let alone be physically active. Having a young child doesn't leave you … time for yourself. Here are some tips for staying active. Share babysitting duties so … on walks. Check online for stroller-friendly fitness or walking programs in your area. Look …
