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… systems (such as those with HIV or those being treated for cancer) These vulnerable groups should not drink …
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… when children are distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, and after … that this is safe and will not cause the baby to associate breastfeeding with pain Why? Breastfeeding comforts your baby. Sucking and the sweet …
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… or a spleen that is not working properly, or who have cancer Individuals 5 years of age and older with HIV …
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… a weak immune system or have illnesses such as HIV/AIDS or cancer. … Toxoplasmosis …
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… Young babies Seniors People with diseases such as cancer or other medical conditions Vaccines help protect all …
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… than 7 days old. While the plane is taking off and landing, breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby. Feeding your child gets … of infection while travelling. How can I prevent illness? Breastfeeding is the best way to reduce the risk of … Malaria medications available for children are limited. Breastfed babies whose mothers are taking medication to …
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… immune systems, such as those with certain types of cancers or taking certain medications, may not be at higher …
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… diseases including heart disease, stroke and several cancers. If you drink alcohol, consider limiting to one to 2 …
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… People who are taking antibiotics People undergoing cancer chemotherapy People who have other illnesses The …
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… your vitamin D needs since it increases the risk of skin cancer. How much vitamin D do I need each day? Recommended … Units, µg = microgram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Do some people need more vitamin D? If you … Infants and young children under 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some human milk Adults over the age of 50 …
