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… are: Used to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children. Rarely used to treat snoring in adults. Not used to treat snoring in children. What To Expect You may need to be watched closely …
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… Overview Myoclonic seizures affect a small number of children and adults with generalized epilepsy of unknown cause. In children and teens with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, the …
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… and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these as infants and toddlers. They get a … to people who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… occur from this infection, and first-time infections in adults may be very severe. It may also cause a very serious brain/liver condition called Reyes syndrome in children or teenagers. If you are infected while pregnant, … and faster recoveries. The vaccine is recommended for children 12 months and older and adults who have not had …
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… Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is given to children as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at … of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. For children who also need protection against chickenpox … age who are not immune to rubella Older children and adults who have not been immunized or do not have evidence …
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… support your teeth. How Well It Works If you maintain good dental care after the surgery, the flap procedure should … support your teeth. How Well It Works If you maintain good dental care after the surgery, the flap procedure should …
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… and water. Clean soap dishes and any containers used for dental care items each week. General cleaning tips Make sure … and water. Clean soap dishes and any containers used for dental care items each week. General cleaning tips Make sure …
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… in a hot environment People who are pregnant Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make sure their environments are comfortable and … rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of heat-related illness, …
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… in both men and women. Also, cancer treatment in children may affect their future fertility. Infertility from … Cancer treatments can harm a developing baby (fetus). Children If your child has cancer, talk to the doctor to … child's future fertility. This is important even for young children who have cancer. If treatment could affect your …
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… for strollers. Some strollers have a space for older children to sit or stand behind a baby. A heavier child … Shopping carts Most injuries from shopping carts involve children younger than 5 years. Broken bones, internal … in the large basket or on the outside of the cart. Only adults should push the shopping cart. …
