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Birth weight by maternal age in Alberta

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Presents the average birth rate of babies born in Alberta between 2000 and 2013, by maternal age.

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Asthma incidence among Alberta children

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Looks at the rate at which young Albertans are being diagnosed with asthma. Finds that between 2000 and 2011 there has been a sharp downward trend in the rate at which physicians are diagnosing... More ≫

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Looks at the rate at which young Albertans are being diagnosed with asthma. Finds that between 2000 and 2011 there has been a sharp downward trend in the rate at which physicians are diagnosing infants with asthma.

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Children with febrile seizures seen in emergency departments in Alberta

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Febrile seizures are convulsions brought on by a high fever and usually seen among infants and young children. While febrile seizures typically end without intervention or long-term effects, they... More ≫

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Febrile seizures are convulsions brought on by a high fever and usually seen among infants and young children. While febrile seizures typically end without intervention or long-term effects, they can be distressing to parents and result in acute care visits. First febrile seizures among those under four years of age that presented to emergency departments between 2004 and 2013 show that the rate of first febrile seizures is highest among those between one and two years of age.

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Healthy teeth for children : birth to six years : a parent’s guide

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This booklet answers some general questions parents may have about their child’s dental health. It includes information on why and how to properly clean teeth, the benefit of fluorides, snacking... More ≫

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This booklet answers some general questions parents may have about their child’s dental health. It includes information on why and how to properly clean teeth, the benefit of fluorides, snacking tips, dental visits, and how to prevent dental injury. It also includes some first aid tips if dental injuries do occur. It also includes a graph of usual times for baby teeth to appear and a set of dental health tip cards.

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