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- … of this mucus. This cough may be worse during infections, first thing in the morning and during exercise. But, it’s … may have bronchiectasis. A chest x-ray is usually the first test but it doesn't always show bronchiectasis damage …Last reviewed
- … - speak to your pharmacist or health professional first. What is severe dengue fever? Symptoms of dengue … If your child is feeling sick during your trip or in the first 3 weeks after you return home, seek medical advice. If …Last reviewed
- … brave Discuss these choices with a health professional first. The choices need to be achievable and available. Get … arm still. Discuss this with your child’s treatment team first to make sure they are appropriate and achievable …Last reviewed
- … when it will occur. Early signs of biliary atresia In the first few weeks of life, pēpi with biliary atresia often seem …Last reviewed
- … on your own, always talk to a health professional first What is foetal anticonvulsant syndrome (FACS)? Foetal …Last reviewed
- … What drinks are best for children Make water the first choice The best drinks for tamariki are water and milk. …Last reviewed
- … usually have antibiotics through a cannula into a vein at first. These are called intravenous antibiotics, or IV …Last reviewed
- … brave A reward chart for being brave can be helpful. At first, reward your child for staying in bed and just calling … to the park. Choose rewards that are easy to achieve at first to help your child succeed. See the page on star charts …Last reviewed
- … and hearing screening. This should happen in your child’s first year. Talk to your health professional about when and …Last reviewed
- … infection again? Some immunity to RSV develops over the first couple of years of life. But you can have RSV more than once. Symptoms are usually milder after the first time. Preventing your child from getting RSV …Last reviewed
- … your child or young person’s best interests and puts these first. Differences between wishes of a child or young person …Last reviewed
- … around 2 weeks after being infected. Early symptoms The first symptoms of slapped cheek disease in tamariki are: …Last reviewed
- … professional and teacher. Sometimes teachers may be the first to raise concerns and suggest that you and your child … It helps to learn a range of strategies so that if the first thing you try doesn't work, you have other options in …Last reviewed
- … of soft food such as yoghurt. Check with your pharmacist first. Make sure your child swallows it straight away without … are improving, including how things are at school The first prescription for medicine will come from your …Last reviewed
- … had chemicals splashed in their eye, they need immediate first aid. Wash their eye(s) with water for at least 10 minutes and …Last reviewed
- … child need? Children aged 6 months to under 4 years in the first year they have flu vaccination, they need 2 doses, at …Last reviewed
- … temperature changes unclear thinking It's important to first assume it is a 'hypo'. Then if not, consider whether …Last reviewed
- Nasogastric (NG) tubes and nasojejunal (NJ) tubes Nasogastric (NG) and nasojejunal (NJ) tubes are both nasal tubes. An NG tube ends in the stomach, an NJ tube ends in the intestine. They are a temporary way of feeding your child. A health professional …Last reviewed
- … can begin 3 to 30 days after the spores are swallowed. The first symptom is constipation lasting 3 days or more. This …Last reviewed
- … pēpi don't need anything but breastmilk for their first 6 months. From 7 to 12 months, breastmilk (or formula) …Last reviewed
- … It looks at the food pipe (oesophagus), stomach and the first part of the small bowel (duodenum). A gastroscope is …Last reviewed
- … in the fridge for no more than 24 hours. For your baby’s first 6 months, all water used for formula should be boiled …Last reviewed
- … to support breastfeeding mums having the baby blues in the first few days dealing with tiredness establishing a …Last reviewed
- … also do some checks to make sure your baby is well. The first few months of life with a newborn can be challenging. …Last reviewed
- … it started? How did it start? Which part of the body was first involved? How did it progress? Did it include both …Last reviewed
- … might like to check out an overview of autism-takiwātanga first. Autism-Takiwātanga Young children (under 3 years) A …Last reviewed
- … Add 1 cup stock, stir regularly, add the next cup when the first cup has been absorbed by the rice. Repeat until all …Last reviewed
- … and rangatahi Healthy drink options Water Make water the first choice for tamariki and rangatahi. Always have a drink …Last reviewed
- … on the stove Cook on the back elements of the stove first. Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove and …Last reviewed
- … skin. Glucose moves from blood vessels and capillaries first and then into interstitial fluid. When rising or …Last reviewed
