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… age Males 19 to 26 years of age Males 27 years of age and older who have sex with males The HPV vaccines are given as … People who start a series when they are 15 years of age and older and those with a weakened immune system need 3 doses. … with HPV? Most people infected with HPV do not show any signs or symptoms and can pass the virus on to others …
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… bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. Impetigo is usually … If another child has impetigo, you should watch for signs in your own children, and try to limit your child’s …
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… human milk if you’re able to, until your baby is 2 years or older. Why is human milk good for my baby? Human milk is … how long to feed for. Start feeding when they show early signs of hunger and stop when they show signs of fullness. When your baby is hungry, they may: Open …
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… sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities such as kissing, …
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… infections result in TSS. It is more common in children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic …
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… right away if your pet becomes less active or shows signs of illness such as loss of appetite, a change in …
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… It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur mainly in the …
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… from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine …
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… cleaning. Look for white or brown areas, which may be early signs of tooth decay. Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a …
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… widely used commercially, but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape … and trade workers involved in renovations and repairs to older buildings are at higher risk of asbestos exposure if …