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… same for everyone who has atrial fibrillation. But on average, people who have atrial fibrillation are 5 times more … in the brain compared to DOACs. Side effects include skin rash. Warfarin lowers your risk of stroke, but you could … in the brain. DOACs may have side effects, such as a skin rash or stomach upset. DOACs usually cost more than …
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… ADHD: Impulsivity and Inattention On this page: Overview Overview Impulsivity … on others, such as butting into conversations or games. Engage in reckless, risky, or antisocial activities without … shorter-than-expected attention span based on the person's age. People with symptoms of inattention may: Have trouble …
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… Changes in Your Nails On this page: Overview Overview There are many … horn nail" is an unusually thickened nail that occurs with age. Clubbing of the fingers is a condition in which ends of … horn nail" is an unusually thickened nail that occurs with age. Clubbing of the fingers is a condition in which ends of …
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… cries often may be going through a normal developmental stage called the Period of PURPLE Crying® . This stage usually starts at about two weeks, gets worse through … month of life, and stops at about four or five months of age.  It's normal for babies to cry more frequently during …
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… Asthma Attack On this page: Overview Overview When asthma … (Tylenol) instead. (Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome, a rare … Action Plan: Red Zone Asthma in Children Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Current as of: November 14, 2022 …
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… Protecting Your Skin From the Sun On this page: Overview Overview Use the following … and tanning booths. Like the sun, they can cause skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer. Choosing a … lifetime sun exposure in their first 18 years. Keep babies younger than 12 months out of the sun. This is the safest …
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… History and the Risk for Breast or Ovarian Cancer On this page: Overview Overview If … diagnosed. Having any relatives who were diagnosed before age 50 adds to your risk. Having both breast and ovarian … it adds to your risk. Having an Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. Breast and ovarian cancer rates are much higher among …
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… other childhood healthy weights programs in B.C. On this page: Overview Frequently asked questions For health care … The program is available to B.C. residents between the ages of 0 and 18, and their families. Frequently asked … in the program? The program is available to B.C. residents (ages 0 to 18) and their families. Any child, teen or family …
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… Getting Enough Potassium On this page: Overview Overview … The recommended daily amount of potassium varies by age. Most people need the following amount each day. footnote 1 Recommended daily potassium Age Daily potassium intake (in milligrams) 1–3 years 2,000 …