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… vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a … (varicella) infection in the past People 18 years of age and older with a weakened immune system can also get the …
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… Cancer: Home Treatment for Diarrhea On this page: Overview Overview Diarrhea is a … disease. Some infections that affect your bowels. Severe constipation. Sometimes when you get really constipated, … as expected. Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… How Reading Helps Language Development On this page: Overview Overview Newborns and … comfortable and fun. As your newborn becomes a toddler and older, reading opens him or her to new ideas. It helps your …
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… The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially important for those at … infection or severe disease, including: People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted …
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… diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, including babies and toddlers. This handout provides … to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little … Here you’ll find vegetarian recipes for toddlers 2 years of age and older, tips for cooking with plant-based protein …
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… Concussion On this page: … that after a concussion the brain is more sensitive to damage. So while you are recovering, be sure to avoid … children can have the same symptoms of a concussion as older children and adults. But sometimes it can be hard to …
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… Health Topics Abdominal Gas and Colic Abdominal Pain, Age 11 and Younger Abuse: Signs of Abuse-Related Injuries … of Quick-Relief Medicines Autism and Vaccines Babies and Older Adults Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury Baby's … Hydrocephalus Congenital Syphilis Congenital Torticollis Constipation in Children Constipation, Age 11 and Younger …
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… Earwax On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … produce a lot of earwax. This tapers off as they grow older. Earwax is normally produced only in the outer half of the ear canal. It won't cause a blockage unless it is pushed in. The ear canal may become blocked …
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… Hemorrhoids On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms … and stretch. Things that can lead to hemorrhoids include constipation, pregnancy, and being overweight. What are the … Colon Polyps Colorectal Cancer Constipation, Age 12 and Older Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Diverticular Bleeding …
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… and tips for keeping your discomfort to a minimum. On this page: Overview Red, inflamed gums Milk leaking from breasts … back pain Pubic pain Sore legs and varicose veins Swelling Constipation Changes in pigmentation on face and stomach … rings and socks with elastic tops Be physically active Constipation Drink more water Talk to your healthcare …