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… are rare. They are more likely to happen if you are an older adult or have a weakened immune system. People with …
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… 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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… infections result in TSS. It is more common in children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic …
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… development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of diagnosis, the more … harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To protect eyes, sunglasses should: Have large …
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… It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur mainly in the …
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… from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine …
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… widely used commercially, but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape … and trade workers involved in renovations and repairs to older buildings are at higher risk of asbestos exposure if …
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… cancer treatment Infants and young children Pregnant women Older adults People with a chronic disease People more sensitive …
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… complications can be life-threatening. Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung …
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… these diseases. The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, diphtheria, …
