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… 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 …
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… These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important medical information that will help you and your health care … ultrasound. This NT ultrasound is done along with blood tests to determine your baby's chance of having Down … provide regular physical assessment and other screening tests to monitor you and your baby’s health throughout your …
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… same day, and those with lice should be treated. Chemical treatments Shampoos, creams, rinses and sprays that contain … isopropyl myristate and dimethicone. Some chemical treatments may not be safe for infants, young children, … have to remove them, as nits are empty eggshells. Most treatments are repeated in 7 to 10 days to make sure that …
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… your child takes many years. Vaccines must pass many safety tests before they are ever given to people. When a new …
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… your health care provider to discuss your travel plans and medical needs. If you have certain pregnancy-related or … motion sickness, talk to your health care provider about medications that might help. How can I protect myself … and infant. Pregnant women cannot take certain anti-malaria medications and should avoid travel to areas where …
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… illness lasts less than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, some people may develop … Most people who get Q fever recover without any special medical treatment. In more severe cases, antibiotics are …
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… 80 which is in the vaccine. It is also found in some medical preparations (for example, vitamin oils, tablets and … is COVID-19? COVID-19 is an infection of the airways and lungs caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. Symptoms of … health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. For some people, symptoms of COVID-19 can last …
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… can progress so rapidly, the best approach is to get medical attention as soon as symptoms occur. Remember, an … trauma, surgery) A weakened immune system due to disease or medical treatment Chronic diseases such as heart, lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism or …
