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- … this mucus. This cough may get worse during infections, first thing in the morning and during exercise. But, it’s …Last reviewed
- … skin. Glucose moves from blood vessels and capillaries first and then into interstitial fluid. When rising or …Last reviewed
- … The rash can sometimes be itchy. The rash looks blotchy at first and then over time, looks more like sunburn. The area …Last reviewed
- Key points about supporting your teenager with cancer cancer and treatment could restrict the type of activities your teen can do there are things you can do to help support them transition back to school and connect with peers a key contact person at the …Last reviewed
- … for measles Someone with measles is infectious from the first appearance of the symptoms of fever, cough, or red …Last reviewed
- … such as when talking to a baby sibling. Identifies first sounds in words; for example, "puku starts with p". Is …Last reviewed
- … waterproof, adhesive dressing covers the exit site and the first few inches of the outside catheter. Dressing changes …Last reviewed
- … they feed. Frequent feeding is normal when your baby is first born. Nipples can be tender, but should not be sore, …Last reviewed
- … helpful to read some general information about home oxygen first. Home Oxygen For Infants How will my baby on home …Last reviewed
- … your child when they need it Your PHO is usually your first contact when your child is sick. Advantages of …Last reviewed
- … Principle 1: Children's & Young People's Needs Come First When tamariki and rangatahi receive health or …Last reviewed
- Key points about alcohol guidelines it is best not to supply alcohol to rangatahi under 18 it's not the amount of liquid you are drinking that's important – it's the amount of alcohol it contains it takes at least 1 hour – and sometimes much longer – to …Last reviewed
- … your baby turns 5. Most appointments are in your child's first year, when support is most helpful. PlunketLine When …Last reviewed
- … injection). If this happens, your child's nurse will first put a numbing (anaesthetic) cream on your child's skin. …Last reviewed
- Key points about hearing problems in children if you have concerns about your child's hearing at any time, take your child for an assessment if your child does have a hearing problem, finding it early is good for their learning and development Signs and …Last reviewed
- Key points about coping with your child's diagnosis if your child is diagnosed with a chronic illness or disability, it is an enormously stressful time coping is an ongoing process everybody copes in a different way - there is no right or wrong way ask …Last reviewed
- … a local anaesthetic. There may be some pain during the first 1 or 2 days after insertion. An anaesthetist or another …Last reviewed
- Different types of anxiety disorders There are several different anxiety disorders, which all have different key features. Some signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders may overlap with other childhood problems. A health professional can assess your …Last reviewed
- … to 2 hours. Your child will usually get into their pyjamas first and sit on a chair or lie on the bed. A member of the …Last reviewed
- … pēpi. More than half of pēpi show symptoms within the first week of life. It is the most frequent cause of stridor …Last reviewed
- … and rangatahi (young people) aged 13 to 25 years in their first year of close-living situations. They can get their …Last reviewed
- … that you do not give your child any medicine without first discussing it with your child's doctor. If your child …Last reviewed
- … Call it out, Tell someone), so they have a plan when they first see porn. Tailor it with pre-teens Most pre-teens will …Last reviewed
- Key points about self-harm self-harm includes a set of behaviours such as cutting, burning, hair pulling, punching and overdosing self-harm is becoming more common amongst rangatahi (young people) there are many reasons why people engage in self-harm - …Last reviewed
- … teeth too, so it's important you look after your child's first teeth. Caring For Your Child's Teeth: 1 To 5 Years …Last reviewed
- … have a 'second look' procedure, 3 to 6 months after the first debulking. If radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy have …Last reviewed
- … larger day by day. There can be small spots around the first sore, spreading outwards. School sores can be itchy. …Last reviewed
- Key points about threadworms threadworms are common in young tamariki threadworms can cause itching around the bottom and genitals if your child has worms - treat the whole family see your family doctor if your child has ongoing symptoms of worms read …Last reviewed
- … about this, please talk to your child's healthcare team first. The following are some of the problems with CAM …Last reviewed
- Key points about preparing your child for hospital it is important to give tamariki (children) information simply and truthfully, in words they understand tell them that they will be going to hospital and what they may expect to happen there a prepared …Last reviewed
