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… people may develop mild symptoms. Pregnant women, newborns, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are at … risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older adult, or have a weakened immune system you should …
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… before you travel. Adults and children 5 years of age and older are given 4 doses of the capsule form of vaccine. The … Injection is for adults and children 2 years of age and older. You will receive 1 dose of vaccine given by needle. …
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… from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living … The vaccine is also free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a spleen …
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… Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older adults are also at risk. Symptoms may include: … may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce the risk of exposure to sulphur …
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… to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such as … by-products Reduce mobile vehicle emissions by replacing older engines with newer and cleaner engines, or switch to …
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… Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications … in infants. A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis …
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… Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with a case of … sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities …
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… hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least 6 months apart. … people will die. The risk is higher if you are 50 years or older. How is hepatitis A spread? The hepatitis A virus is …
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… they grow, but issues become more difficult to correct at older ages. This is why it is important for all children to … should be supervised Keep your child or toddler away from older children who are playing with sharp objects Teach …
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… 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 …
