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… is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis vaccine is provided free to grade 9 … not immunized against pertussis as children can also get a dose of the vaccine for free. A booster dose of the … babies, pertussis can cause periods of apnea in which their breathing is interrupted. Babies less than 6 months old, …
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… Possible solutions are listed too. Asthma management plan problems Reasons you might not follow plan Possible … of family members and other people. Asthma management plan problems for children Reasons children might not follow plan … Possible solutions are listed too. Asthma management plan problems Reasons you might not follow plan Possible …
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… disorder (COPD), other respiratory conditions or heart problems should be monitored more closely. Sometimes smoky … of Emergency . People who use rescue medications such as inhalers should carry them at all times during wildfire …
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… congenital heart disease. Learn how to do CPR and rescue breathing. It is important to know this in case your child … medicines safely. Blood thinners can cause serious bleeding problems. Ask for help if you need it. If you aren't … baby spits out or throws up the medicine, do I give another dose? If a dose of medicine is missed, should I give an …
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… your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and cancer-causing chemicals: the aerosol produced through vaping has … of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact brain development, … a person is exposed to lower amounts of toxic and cancer-causing chemicals when they vape. This does not mean vaping is …
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… A pregnancy of twins or more is considered to be high-risk. Problems are more common in multiple pregnancies than in … problems such as: Hemorrhoids. Increasing backache. Trouble breathing, caused by the uterus pushing up on the diaphragm. … energy drink may be more than the recommended amount. Avoid using any medicines or natural health products unless your …
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… people have no symptoms and live a normal life with few problems. But in some people: The heart doesn't get enough … will do a physical examination and ask you about any health problems you've had and about any family history of heart … had one before, ask your doctor whether you need another dose. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Related …
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… follow a plan. You can increase your chances of quitting by using medicines, such bupropion (Zyban) or varenicline … therapy (gum, lozenges, patches, mouth sprays, or inhalers). Counselling (by phone, group, or one-on-one) can also help. And using both medicines and counselling works even better. …
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… to clean your blood if your kidneys stop working. A breathing machine to help you breathe if you can't breathe … such as: Is it possible to cure my illness? Some health problems can be cured or managed successfully for many years … want to receive CPR or be placed on a ventilator if I stop breathing. I don't feel comfortable dying at home, because I …
