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Well-Child Checkup: 18 Months

… toddler to get an idea of the child’s development. By this visit, most children are doing these: Pointing to show you … a variety of finger foods at meals. Don't give up on offering new foods. It often takes several tries before a … that your child might pull down. If you have a gun, always store it in a locked location, unloaded, and out of reach of …
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How to Manage Your Osteoarthritis

… also be able to give you handouts on exercise methods or refer you to a physical therapist to learn the best exercise … aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week is recommended. You can even break it up into 3, 10-minute … things without causing further joint stress. For example: Store heavy kitchen items at waist height so that you can …
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Well-Child Checkup: 6 to 10 Years

… healthy, keep bringing them in for yearly checkups. These visits make sure that your child’s health is protected with … are full. If your child is still hungry after a meal, offer more vegetables or fruit. Ask the healthcare provider … to never touch guns. If you own a gun, always remember to store it unloaded in a locked location. Lock the ammunition …
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Herpes Meningoencephalitis

… that cover your brain. Meningitis is when these tissues become inflamed or infected. The problem is called … causing signs of infection. Sometimes meningoencephalitis occurs during the initial infection with the herpes simplex … seizures. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy

… the nerves. Experts think that CIDP is related to the more commonly known disease Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). GBS is … 3 years and doesn't happen again. What causes CIDP? CIDP occurs when the body's immune system attacks the myelin … system. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Thyroid Cancer: Overview

… The follicular cells use iodine from the blood to make and store thyroid hormones, which control your metabolism. The C … It helps control calcium levels in your body. Different types of thyroid cancer start in the different types … holidays. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Chronic Bronchitis

… bronchitis is long-term inflammation of the bronchi. It's common among smokers. People with chronic bronchitis tend to … Lung cancer. Tuberculosis. Bronchitis symptoms can also occur with colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. What … flare-ups. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Cast Care for Kids

… injury from healing quickly and correctly. If your cast becomes damaged, it may need to be replaced. Take good care of … your cast may get stuck. Also, your skin may be cut and become infected. If your skin itches, try blowing cool air … any rough edges of the cast with cloth tape. (You can buy this at a pharmacy.) Never try to remove your cast …
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