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Buying Medicines Online: Safety

… This scene is becoming common in the U.S.: Consumers are replacing a trip to … products. Many of these are safe, legal companies that offer convenience and privacy. They use the same safety … other than what you would typically find in traditional storefront pharmacies. The ability to order products and …
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Storing Your Breast Milk

… for human milk, especially if it's to be frozen and stored for weeks or months. Don't use bottles with the … the freezer will help the milk thaw faster later. You may combine milk pumped from both breasts into a single … medicines you have taken. It's okay to combine milk from different pumping sessions. Be sure it was pumped on the same …
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Storing Expressed Milk

… You can express your milk and store it in clean containers. Your family or a sitter can … Up to 4 days Freezer  In a freezer (0°F or -17°C) Tip: Store milk toward the back of the freezer. Never refreeze … longer than 24 hours. 6 months is best; up to 12 months is acceptable if stored in deep freezer at -4°F (-20°C) or …
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Buying Guidelines for Safe and Fun Toys

… of children to the emergency room each year. Many injuries occur when parents give their children toys meant for older … These suggestions can help you make the right choice when buying a birthday or holiday gift for children. Watch for … toys and recall alerts, check the Consumer Product Safety Commission's website . Is it noisy? Don't give your child …
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Shoe Shopping for Healthy Feet

… Your Fit for Healthy Feet Bring your foot outline to a shoe store to help you find the right shoe. Place a shoe you like … Right Shoe for You A good shoe has features that provide comfort and support. It must also be the right size and … Try on both the right and left shoes. If your feet are different sizes, pick a pair that fits the larger foot. Don’t: …
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Grocery Shop the Smart and Healthy Way

… Good nutrition starts with smart choices in the grocery store. If you don't have the proper healthy ingredients in … will need for a few healthy meals. Organize it by the different food groups or parts of the store. It saves you time … this, research items you may buy before shopping, then compare labels to make the healthier choice. When comparing …
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Buying a Bike for Your Child

… their child is going to outgrow in 1 or 2 years. But buying a bike that is age-appropriate and safe for your … for your child. That means your child should be able to comfortably straddle the bike with their feet flat on the … of bike-related injuries treated in emergency departments occur in children 10 to 14 years old. …
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