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… and poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet … Young children and the elderly may be at greater risk of getting dehydrated. How is cryptosporidiosis … you have a weakened immune system, you should discuss your risk of cryptosporidiosis with your health care provider. …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol … #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder . How much alcohol is risky? There is no known safe amount of alcohol at any stage …
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… even save lives. As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from influenza. For … due to the influenza virus tend to be worse with a greater risk of complications. How can influenza be prevented? You can reduce the risk of getting influenza and spreading it to others by: …
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… can happen to both men and women. Older adults at higher risk of financial abuse tend to be alone, socially isolated … or joint accounts together, but they may not recognize the risk in doing so. Financial abuse is more likely to occur … crime or a situation that puts an older adult at immediate risk, call the police or 9-1-1 right away. Advise that you …
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… to babies who are not breastfed or chestfed May lower the risk of sleep-related infant death Why is breastfeeding or … Bond with your baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can … supplement if you do not eat animal foods often or are at risk of low vitamin B12 levels. Discuss with a dietitian or …
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… animal. Vaccination is recommended for travellers at risk of exposure to rabies. This includes visitors staying one month or longer in areas with a high risk of rabies. Examples include parts of Latin America, … India and Africa. Travelling children are especially at risk due to their tendency to touch or play with wild or …
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… older women and older men. However, they may face different risks and be affected in different ways. Older women are … regular income, such as a pension, putting them at greater risk of fraud In some relationships, the man may be much … crime or a situation that puts an older adult at immediate risk, call the police or 9-1-1 right away.Advise that you …
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… care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of choking. Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling … affects chewing or swallowing, they are at an even greater risk for choking. Talk to the child's parent or a health …
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… to be exposed to contaminated food and water in these high risk areas. If you are travelling to low risk areas, including Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central …
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… safe, minimally painful and effective. No surgery is zero-risk, your surgeon will review all risks and benefits ahead of time. You should consider having …