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… Asthma in Teenagers and Adults On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens … than people who don't have asthma. Managing asthma in older adults . Older adults tend to have worse asthma …
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… Colorectal Cancer On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk … these risk factors. Risk factors include: Your age. Getting older is a risk factor for colorectal cancer. Your race. … your stools or stools that look black. Constant or frequent diarrhea, constipation, or a feeling that your bowel doesn't …
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… Tips: Helping Your Child Stay Safe and Healthy On this page: Get started Get started … fantasy and reality. Before your children act, encourage them to stop, take a breath, and think about the … 4 years footnote 1 2 hours or less for children 5 years and older footnote 2 Preventing illness Kids get dirty. They …
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… Dry Skin and Itching On this page: … skin? Dry skin is a common problem that can occur at any age. When you have dry skin, your skin may be rough, or … and Spider Bites Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Scalp Problems Sunburn Current as of: March …
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… Reye Syndrome On this page: … a rare but serious disease that most often affects children ages 6 to 12 years old. It can cause brain swelling and … Age 11 and Younger Nausea and Vomiting, Age 12 and Older Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: …
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… Hip Fractures: What Increases Your Risk On this page: Overview Overview In older adults, hip fractures are usually caused by a fall. … cause more fractures—including hip fractures—as people age because, starting at about age 30, bone begins to be …
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… Breath-Holding Spells On this page: … spells can occur in children 6 months through 6 years of age. They are most common from 1 to 3 years of age. Some … spells. Spells will go away as your child gets older. If your doctor thinks that a medical condition is …
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… Quick Tips: Babyproofing Your Home On this page: Get started Get started To a baby's … Government of Canada. Visit the Government of Canada's web page on baby product safety at … keep your baby within arm's reach. And never leave an older child in charge of watching your baby, even if the …
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… Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk … uterine cancer. Endometrial cancer usually occurs in women older than 50. The good news is that it is usually cured … your doctor or a counsellor. If you are vomiting or have diarrhea: Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. …
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… Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children On this page: Overview Overview Tooth decay and … of fluoride toothpaste. Use a pea-sized amount for children ages 3 to 6 years. Start flossing your child's teeth when … an empty cup for your child to play with. Provide your older baby or toddler with healthy foods. Give your child …
