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… use these substances for many of the same reasons that adults do—to relax or feel good. But they may also have … no more than once or twice a week and are under your supervision. Cannabis Cannabis (marijuana) can affect young … Loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss Red and glassy eyes and frequent use of eyedrops and breath mints Change in …
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… I'll just keep doing what I'm doing, and we'll keep an eye on my risk over time. Joy, age 56 I broke my hip when I … U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, et al. (2018). Screening for osteoporosis to prevent fractures: U.S. … U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, et al. (2018). Screening for osteoporosis to prevent fractures: U.S. …
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… (the Heimlich manoeuvre) is used to clear an obstruction in adults and children older than 1 year. Back blows and chest … (the Heimlich manoeuvre) is used to clear an obstruction in adults and children older than 1 year. Back blows and chest …
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… can occur indoors, especially in babies and older or ill adults who are not dressed warmly enough. What are the … Recovery is harder for babies and older, ill, or inactive adults. Cold Temperature Exposure … can occur indoors, especially in babies and older or ill adults who are not dressed warmly enough. What are the …
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… enzyme needed for energy metabolism; important for normal vision and skin health. Milk and milk products; leafy green … is converted to the vitamin by the body.] Needed for vision, healthy skin and mucous membranes, bone and tooth … enzyme needed for energy metabolism; important for normal vision and skin health. Milk and milk products; leafy green …
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… Osteoarthritis, the most common type, affects 1 in 7 adults while rheumatoid arthritis affects 1 in 100 adults. Less than 14% of adults with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis meet …
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… on one leg and fold your arms across your chest with your eyes closed. Balance for as long as you can, working up to … communities, there are group exercise programs for older adults and classes such as tai chi . Check with your doctor … on one leg and fold your arms across your chest with your eyes closed. Balance for as long as you can, working up to …
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… corneal clouding. Problems that still occur include hazy vision caused by mild corneal swelling (edema) or warping. … corneal clouding. Problems that still occur include hazy vision caused by mild corneal swelling (edema) or warping. …
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… jerk themselves awake, or look like they have crossed eyes. These are all normal, and they may even make you … such as: Sudden swelling of your face, hands, or feet. New vision problems (such as dimness, blurring, or seeing … such as: Sudden swelling of your face, hands, or feet. New vision problems (such as dimness, blurring, or seeing …