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Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… very tired, lethargic, or weak Movement and coordination problems Leg or stomach cramps, complains of tummy ache … Sunken eyes Sunken soft spot on the head (if 18 months or younger) Keep in mind that infants and young children may …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… men, and may find it hard to leave an abusive relationship. Also, women tend to live longer than men. If a woman … her significantly and for a long period of time On average, a woman tends to be smaller than a man, and she may … the abuse. In many cultures, people expect families to keep problems private or hidden. Older immigrants may face …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… injury and can be fatal. Due to his stroke, Nathan has problems learning, and he will have lifelong problems moving his body on the left side. Nathan’s injury … Vaccines help prevent diseases that can cause lifelong damage. For example, meningococcal disease can cause brain …

Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… facilities The vaccine is also free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given as more than 1 dose, or … for babies. Babies need their first dose at 2 months of age to begin building protection against whooping cough. … infancy after 3 doses. The 4th dose given at 18 months of age is a booster dose to provide protection to last until …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… all milk sold to the public must be pasteurized and packaged in a licensed dairy plant. Only vitamins A and D may be … than outbreaks linked to pasteurized milk. Children and younger adults were found to be more affected by the … pasteurized. Milk that you buy must be pasteurized and packaged at a licensed dairy plant. Be cautious of raw milk from …

Swimmers itch

… the presence of schistosomes and their larvae is higher Younger children’s skin can be more sensitive than the skin … swimmer’s itch may be present. Not all beaches have signage for swimmer’s itch. If you are unsure about the water, …

Babys first foods

… offer solid foods to your baby each day depends on their age and appetite. Work towards the following: By 8 months: 2 … foods help improve your baby’s coordination and encourage self-feeding. Safe finger foods include: Cooked and … textures as your baby gets older. Around 8 to 12 months of age, your baby will be able to bite and chew chopped foods …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… the lens becomes cloudy. Most people get cataracts with age and have them in both eyes. One eye may be worse than … fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print Trouble seeing in dim light …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… baby teeth are not replaced by permanent teeth until the age of 12 or 13. Dental care includes cleaning your baby’s … of cavities in children from 6 months to 6 years of age. Once your child has teeth, they are at risk for tooth … The decay can cause pain and infection, and can even damage the underlying adult tooth. The baby tooth or teeth may …