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… calves and lambs are more likely to carry germs compared to older animals. What can you do to reduce the risk of disease … the petting zoo or open farm Make sure there are enough adults to supervise children Teach your child how to wash …
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… get the shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a … infection in the past People 18 years of age and older with a weakened immune system can also get the …
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… Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis …
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… as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s skin gets thicker as they … and still growing, so complications can be worse than in older individuals What are the potential consequences of a … Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher risk than older children (5+ years) Gender: Burns and scalds occur …
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… the series of doses at least 1 week 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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… they can develop a heat-related illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your … child fluid replacement products like Pedialyte 1 year and older Give your child fluid replacement products, such as … fluid replacement drink if your child is 2 years and older . These drinks are better than water for rehydration …
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… you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is given as a series of 2 doses, or shots, 7 or 28 … measures to prevent mosquito bites. For more information on preventing mosquito bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #41f …
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… not in use. Children are at higher risk of overheating than adults. Keep small children, especially infants, out of hot … handrails can reduce the risk of injuries from slips or falls. Make sure the handrails cannot trap someone under …
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… indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and … Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make sure their environments are comfortable and … ultraviolet (UV) rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of heat-related …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Just like adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep …
