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… application of chemical fertilizers and animal manure, storage and feedlots) Leaking sewage lines or improperly … New studies suggest that the thyroid gland function in school-age children may be affected by exposure to high levels of …
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… the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were immunized … tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis and polio at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune …
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… conjugate vaccine? The vaccine is provided free to children in grade 9. The vaccine is also provided free to … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For …
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… sexual assault Newborns and infants less than 12 months of age whose mothers have hepatitis B Newborns whose mothers … The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With risk factors … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With risk factors … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most … white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and … symptoms occur, get treated early and do not go to work or school until 24 hours after starting antibiotics or the …
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… protein subunit vaccine is approved for those 12 years of age and older. More information, including how to register … The vaccine is given by injection. People 12 years of age and older should get one dose. If you have a weakened … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these as infants and toddlers. They get a … who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized against … 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 … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two types of UV radiation, UVA and UVB. Both … This can lead to clouding (cataracts), non-cancerous growths of tissue (pterygium), loss of vision (macular … of the eyelid. Who is most at risk from UV radiation? Children who are frequently in the sun are vulnerable to the …
