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*Playground Safety ... it’s appropriate for your child’s age and abilities. Be aware of the equipment’s safety features ... playground safety at the park, at school, and at home: Always supervise your child. Keep an eye on ... 40077;playground safety

that's available. Your healthcare provider and the Area Agency on Aging have information on adult ... taking this quiz. 1. Which expert is a specialist trained to help you and your family create a ... long-term care; aging and health; caregivers; nursing home; health care facility;

ashamed about. Reaching out is the first step to getting treatment that can restore your health and prolong your life. ... When you think of aging-related diseases, heart disease and dementia probably come to mind. But ... seniors; overdose; prescription drugs;

, but your risk of back pain can increase with age, heredity, certain activities, physical fitness and ... your spine than others. Maintaining proper posture in all positions helps prevent back pain and ... W1774; back health, healthy back, back strain, posture, back injury, back pain, spine, obesity

usually happens when a child is 8 to 12 years of age and at least 4 feet 9 inches tall. All ... back seat at all times. What is the correct use of air bags? Always buckle your lap and ... car safety;seat belts;car seats;booster seat;child safety seats;air bag safety;driving safety;p00856;carseat;car seat

Pregnancy and Dental Care ... for a healthy mouth and a healthy pregnancy. Pregnancy and Oral Health During your pregnancy ... for cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. This will help your baby's dental health as those first tiny teeth break through. ... pregnancy;dental care;teeth;gums;gum disease;brushing;flossing;cleaning;checkup;healthy pregnancy;dentist;safety;health;84

*Home Safety Ch ... all ages safe Your child’s safety needs will change as they grow up. As a rule, infants need ... alarms on every level of your home, including in the basement and outside all sleeping areas. Test ... 40087;making your home safe for children;home safety, child;child home safety;emergency ... preparedness;home safety tips;kitchen safety tips;bathroom safety tips;safety tips, home;safety tips, kitchen

Healthy Food Choices for School-Age Kids ... Helpful information and tips on healthy food choices for school-age children. Nutrition: School ... you and your child eat a healthy diet. MyPlate can help you and your child eat a variety of foods ... healthy meals;healthy snacks;P02280;children and teens;physical activity

Planning ahead and being safety-conscious while in the wild can keep everyone safe and secure ... ahead and being safety-conscious while in the wild can keep everyone safe and secure. Here are

variety. When your child starts eating, offer a variety of foods, flavors, and textures from all ... infant cereals, and beans. Important safety tip Don’t feed your baby raw or cooked honey ... 3034;weight;healthy baby;healthy habits

and Older Adults Exercise is good for people of all ages There are many benefits of a regular ... the exercise program that you choose is designed with your health and wellness in mind. ... exercise;men and exercise;male physical fitness;exercise and aging;exercise and elderly;exercise benefits;p00934

Toy Safety Tips ... list of safety rules and share them with your children. If your children are playing with friends ... , remind everyone of your safety rules. Check older toys for broken or sharp edges, loose parts, and loose strings or ribbons. ... toy safety;toy mishaps;toy safety guidelines;avoid toy mishaps;toy safety rules;accidental toy injury;1,1762

Maternal Age Over 30, Pregnancy Risks ... health. Discuss plans for helping you and your baby have a healthy pregnancy. Your healthcare ... healthcare provider If you're pregnant and over age 30, talk with your healthcare provider about your ... chromosomal abnormalities and maternal age;miscarriage and maternal age;p02481

Problems and Injuries Adolescent Mental Health Healthy Lifestyles Safety and Injury Prevention ... development, relationship development, health and injury problems, and safety Topic Index Adolescent ... Health, Adolescent Health, Adolescent Safety, Adolescent Injury Prevention ... Adolescent Medicine, Adolescent Growth and Development, Adolescent Cognitive Development

, and balance it with a healthy diet. And you can do more than just manage your weight. According to the ... . This is helpful for weight loss and weight control. Talk with your health care provider to find out ... fitness; exercise; senior fitness; aerobic exercise; strength training; weightlifting; weight management; body fat; body mass index;

Watch this clip to understand the benefits exercise has on your body, mind and overall health ... future is in your health. And one of the best ways to maintain, and even improve your health, is to ... exercise;future;health;healthy weight;heart;investment;lungs;metabolism;muscles;Osteoporosis;self-esteem;stress;stroke;vascular;WN03142_eng

children in appropriate baby carriers, safety seats, and shoulder belts. Secure all loose items in ... paints, pesticides, and fertilizers properly stored in a secure area. Make certain all child ... eye safety;eye first aid;eye trauma;eye injury

Older Adults and Heat-Related Illnesses ... afford to run your air conditioner, contact your local area agency on aging or senior center. Ask if they ... , there will often be local sites where people can go to cool down. Who's at risk? Your health ... keep cool;heat illness;seniors beat heat;handle heat illnesses;Heat stress;heat fatigue;heat cramps;heat exhaustion;heat illnesses symptoms;2928

*PD Catheter Exit Site Care ... Your healthcare provider will teach you how to care for your catheter and exit site. Good ... Site Your healthcare provider will teach you how to care for your catheter and exit site. Proper ... 83176;Nephrology;Hemodialysis;peritoneal access self-care;peritoneal dialysis hygiene;pd care;pd exit site;peritoneal dialysis exit site care;np1020a

them and check that your batteries are charged. Physical fitness As you age, it may become ... your attention among many activities and being able to react quickly. Reaction time decreases with age ... driving after age 60;hearing vision and driving after age 60;811