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… as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s skin gets thicker as they … and still growing, so complications can be worse than in older individuals What are the potential consequences of a … those who are caring for your kids (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child …
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… D your body can make such as: Age: less is made as you get older Skin colour: less is made by darker skin Season: … or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider may suggest you take more vitamin D. People … 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some human milk Adults over the age of 50 years What should I look for when …
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… Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older adults are also at risk. Symptoms may include: Constriction … sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when sulphur …
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… This area can be very slippery, especially when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if … strong swimmer with you, even if there is a lifeguard. Play carefully If you lost consciousness after hitting your head … and cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 years old) should use the “buddy …
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… received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A … of thrombosis increases for those: •45 years of age and older •With a history of thrombosis •With risk factors for … completely with no lasting damage to the liver. Some older adults or people with other medical conditions may take …
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… of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays … to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such as asthma and …
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… constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, your health care provider may send you for a blood test. How is the … The virus is also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one quarter of … you have a HTLV-1-associated illness for which your health care provider thinks testing is needed, or you have been in …
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… put numbing creams and patches for infants, toddlers, and older children for routine immunizations. If you have … pharmacy. You do not need a prescription from your health care provider to buy them. How do I use numbing creams and … only) Numbing creams can also be used in older children and adults. How do I safely use numbing products and are there …
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… hepatitis B infection. A baby who has a household member or caregiver with hepatitis B should also get the vaccine at … mother is not infected but who has a household member or a caregiver with hepatitis B would get only the hepatitis B … that may have blood on them such as toothbrushes, razors, dental floss, nail files, needles used for injecting drugs, …
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… to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home isolation. Home … isolation it means you are not sick enough to need hospital care, but you are able to spread TB bacteria to other … if you must go to medical appointments and when health care providers come to your home Cover your mouth and nose …
