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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 … or dry mouth Difficulty swallowing Fatigue, malaise Heat rash, heat edema (swelling) Decreased urine output Increased … child fluid replacement products like Pedialyte 1 year and older Give your child fluid replacement products, such as …
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… who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized against tetanus and … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information …
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… The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis; or With risk factors for … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not …
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… complications can be life-threatening. Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung … disposing of used tissues in the waste basket or garbage Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than … of complications. Symptoms can begin about 1 to 4 days, average of 2 days, after a person is first exposed to the …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese One-third of people aged 65 and over who live in the community fall each year. … of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations for adults aged 65 years and older in B.C. Falls can lead to fractures (for example, …
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… Pale, cool, moist skin Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Rash Swelling, especially hands and feet Fatigue and … mental alertness Red, hot, dry skin (in the late stages of heat stroke) Seizures Unconsciousness/coma Who is at … indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and …
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… from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living … facilities The vaccine is also free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not …
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… cause permanent hearing loss. What are the speech and language milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud …
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… put numbing creams and patches for infants, toddlers, and older children for routine immunizations. If you have … used. Use of these products will change depending on: the age of the child; how the product is applied; the amount of … it is removed. It is important to read and follow the package instructions carefully before using these products on …
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… airways caused by pertussis bacteria (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or even death. These complications happen most often in …
