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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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… that your child drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration. Not drinking enough fluid can … Information Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Dehydration Fever or Chills, Age 11 and … and Other Throat Problems Sports-Related Dehydration Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age …
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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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… 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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… 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 …
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… care provider for examples of positioning. Being held close to you calms your child and helps keep them still. Being held upright helps children feel more …
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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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… 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 …
