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… Rescue breathing Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – adult and child Self-rescue and skills for rescuing others … or docks. PFDs can be worn for swimming, but never replace adult supervision. Check the label for Transport Canada … 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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… as a series of 2 doses to people 13 years of age or older who have not been immunized. They get the second dose … who had chickenpox or shingles disease at 1 year of age or older do not need to get the vaccine if: They had the … 350 red, itchy blisters. Infection in newborns, teenagers, adults, pregnant women and those with weakened immune …
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… no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Those younger than 2 years of age will need to … File #12d Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine . Adults 18-59 years of age with intense fear of needles may … as a spray into both nostrils. Children 9 years of age and older need 1 dose of vaccine. Children 2 to 8 years of age …
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… no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. The vaccine is especially recommended for people who … people at any stage of pregnancy Seniors 65 years and older Residents of any age living in residential care, … periods of time due to a medical condition Children and adults with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or …
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… to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such as asthma and … by-products Reduce mobile vehicle emissions by replacing older engines with newer and cleaner engines, or switch to …
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… Continue to offer breast milk until your baby is 2 years or older. Babies who are not given breast milk should be fed a … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) …
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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 such as kissing, …
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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 … harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To protect eyes, sunglasses should: Have large …
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… People who get sick may develop a rare blood cancer called adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), or have inflammation … The virus is also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one quarter of …
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… is now preferred over DEET for children 6 months and older. In Canada, products containing more than 10% DEET are … children because they become dehydrated more quickly than adults. It is essential to drink extra fluids as soon as … File #99 How to take a temperature: Children and adults Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
