- 41. Contagious Health Problems in Schools
- (School)
- ... anti-lice shampoo or rinse containing a substance called pyrethrins. Follow the instructions carefully. Your child will probably need to vigorously scrub in the shampoo, working up a good lather, and then ...
- 42. When Puberty Starts Early
- (Puberty)
- ... be pleased by the compliment. Also, encourage youngsters to make the most of their good points by practicing scrupulous personal hygiene and grooming, and maintaining proper posture. If you’ve got a knack ...
- 43. Myocarditis
- (Myocarditis)
- ... Follow good hygiene. Regular hand-washing is a good way to help prevent spreading illness. Avoid risky behaviors. To reduce your chances of getting an HIV-related myocardial infection, practice ...
- 44. Establishing Good Toothbrushing Habits
- (Teething & Tooth Care)
- Toothbrushing time can be a challenge for parents, but a child that ignores proper dental hygiene may face future dental complications. Children should brush their teeth at least twice a day and flossing ...
- 45. Dental Health: Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy
- (Teething & Tooth Care)
- ... not true. Dental decay in baby teeth can negatively affect permanent teeth and lead to future dental problems. The best way to protect your child’s teeth is to teach him good dental habits. With the ...
- 46. When Your Baby Gets Teeth
- (Breastfeeding)
- ... asleep. Your pediatrician will check your baby’s teeth as part of the well-child visits during the first year of life and beyond. To stimulate healthy gums and good oral hygiene, it is a good idea to ...
- 47. Preparing Your Bathing Area
- (Bathing & Skin Care)
- If you buy into our philosophy of parenting preparedness, a good portion of the thought you put into bath time will be in the form of forethought. It’s important to have anything and everything you think ...
- 48. Ascariasis
- (Ascariasis)
- ... or perforation, bile duct obstruction, and appendicitis are complications that may require surgery. The best defense against ascariasis is good hygiene and common sense. Follow these tips to avoid ...
- 49. Asbestosis
- (Asbestosis)
- ... Vinyl floor tiles Generally, there's no cause for concern as long as these materials are in good condition and you don't disturb them or cause them to disintegrate. It's when they're damaged that ...
- 50. Canker sore
- (Canker sore)
- ... minor trauma to the delicate lining of your mouth. Follow good oral hygiene habits. Regular brushing after meals and flossing once a day can keep your mouth clean and free of foods that might trigger ...
