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… in grade 6 because: The vaccine works better at a younger age. Preteens make more antibodies after getting the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection … doses of the vaccine to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with weakened immune …
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… . Are newer vaccines safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how … for Immunizations (#50h) Immunizations at 2 months of age (#50i) Immunizations at 12 months of age (#50j) … Childhood vaccines are safe …
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… Speech and Language Delays: Common Misconceptions On this page: Overview Overview Significant … of intimidation, stress, fear, or other problems. Having older siblings. Younger children may begin to talk slightly …
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… Scalp Problems On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … from 50 to 100 hairs a day. Hair gradually thins as people age. But not all people are affected to the same degree. … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Diabetic Neuropathy On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms … the more likely you are to have nerve damage. Also, the older you get and the longer you have diabetes, the more … Symptoms may include: Frequent bloating, belching, constipation, heartburn, nausea and vomiting, and belly …
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… the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with a case of … fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given with other routine …
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… Chest Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … Do not try to drive yourself. Since most of the damage to the heart muscle during a heart attack occurs in the … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … organs of both sexes, you may need to go through this triage tool twice (once as "male" and once as "female"). This …
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… Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children On this page: Get Started Get Started … if not taken the right way. Be sure to read the package instructions on OTC medicines carefully. Talk to your … much medicine to give your baby. For children 6 months and older, read and follow all instructions on the label. Don't …
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… is also provided free to individuals 19 to 26 years of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender or … but not provided free, for: Females 19-45 years of 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 …
