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… stroke. A heat-related illness can be more serious for: Older adults, who may not notice excessive heat, do not sweat as … stroke. A heat-related illness can be more serious for: Older adults, who may not notice excessive heat, do not …
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… too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than adults. Often you must look at your or your child's other … fever, see: Body Temperature . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger . … fever, see: Body Temperature . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger . …
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… means that you can injure your feet and not know it. Common infections from blisters, ingrown toenails, small cuts, or … notice swelling in your feet or legs or all over your body. Infections related to diabetes High blood sugar from … is the body's natural defence system that helps fight infections. People with high blood sugar from diabetes can …
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… Condoms can protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and they can be used to prevent pregnancy … use. How well do they work to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? The female condom provides some … Birth Control Sexually Transmitted Infections Citations Trussell J, Guthrie KA …
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… Community-based services Community-based services help older adults remain independent. These include meals at home, … health insurance cover? Frailty in Older Adults Healthy Aging Current as of: November …
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… of hydrocele can occur at any age but is most common in men older than 40. What are the symptoms? Often a hydrocele does … than 65 may go away by themselves. But hydroceles in older men do not usually go away. Fluid can also be removed … of hydrocele can occur at any age but is most common in men older than 40. What are the symptoms? Often a hydrocele does …
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… as a reference. CPR Basics What to do Recommendations for: Adults and older children who have reached puberty Young children until … CPR Basics What to do Recommendations for: Adults and older children who have reached puberty Young children until …
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… to have a bowel movement. Rectal prolapse is most common in older female adults. It sometimes occurs in young children. What causes … tissue and checking how strongly the anal sphincter contracts. You may need tests to rule out other conditions. For …
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… cycles end. Menopause is a natural part of growing older. You don't need treatment for it unless your symptoms … clots. Heart attack. Breast cancer. Gallstones. Dementia. Urinary incontinence. Your risk will differ based on your … clots. Heart attack. Breast cancer. Gallstones. Dementia. Urinary incontinence. Some risks depend on your age, when HT …
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… 15 to 25 years 26 to 55 years 26 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male Female Female Why do … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …