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Medical tests
… newborns are screened for congenital hypothyroidism. Older children also need thyroid hormones to grow and develop normally, and adults need the hormones to regulate the way the body uses … newborns are screened for congenital hypothyroidism. Older children also need thyroid hormones to grow and develop …
Health topics
… to shots. Most doctors do not give allergy shots to children younger than age 5. Citations Golden … to shots. Most doctors do not give allergy shots to children younger than age 5. Citations Golden …
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… are most common in infants less than 12 months of age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
Health topics
… diabetes educator can help you learn to count carbs. And children, especially, need to work with a health … diabetes educator can help you learn to count carbs. And children, especially, need to work with a health …
Health topics
… and all-cause mortality. Canadian guidelines recommend that adults accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate- to … Any amount of physical activity has some benefits and adults should be encouraged to do even small amounts of … and exercise professionals play a key role in supporting adults to be physically active and should make physical …
Health topics
Health topics
… Ones caused by viruses are more common in babies and young children than in adults. A rash may be caused by a viral illness if the child … a cough, or diarrhea, or is in a daycare setting with other children who have viral illnesses. Most rashes caused by …
Medications
… consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … pressure, complete blood count, height/weight monitoring in children) may be done while you are taking this medication. … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
Medications
… This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 5 years of age. Consult your doctor … the patch together and throw it away where it cannot be accidentally worn or swallowed by others, especially a child or … a new patch afterward, and how to do so properly. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
Medications
… is removed from their bodies more slowly than in men. Older adults are usually prescribed a lower dose to decrease the … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
