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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because … certificate Is knowledgeable about each person in care’s medical conditions, including their risk of choking and …
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Managing constipation with diet adults

… likely to improve your constipation if a medication or a medical condition caused it. Can eating prunes or drinking … check with your health care provider first. If you have a medical condition or are pregnant, it is important to always …
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Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… are very sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when … including tobacco smoke, gas stoves and matches If you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, … such as coughing wheezing or shortness of breath, seek medical attention For more information For more information …
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Live attenuated influenza flu vaccine

… 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, such as mild to moderate asthma, chronic … if your child: Has an immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Has severe asthma or active wheezing Had a …
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Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency

… Do you have the skills to care for a person with their medical and mobility conditions Can you provide for their …
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Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… Sickle-cell disease An immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Chronic liver disease, including … dose of vaccine is recommended for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to …
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Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

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Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… to take Aspirin® or ASA for long periods of time due to a medical condition Children and adults with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary …
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Caffeinated energy drinks

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Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… at 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No spleen, or a spleen that is not … Sickle-cell disease An immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment Chronic liver disease, including …