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Medications
… may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) … of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or … condition, age, weight, and response to treatment. For children 12 years of age and younger, and for adults and …
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… Surgery is always recommended for inguinal hernias in children. Laparoscopic surgery repair may not be right for … obese. Laparoscopic hernia repair usually is not done on children. But a laparoscope may be used during open hernia … Surgery Now, or Should I Wait? Inguinal Hernia: Surgery in Adults How Well It Works Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal …
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… may be asked to delegate more responsibilities to their children. The number of sessions required varies, depending … relationship. A child has behaviour or school problems. Children or teens have problems getting along with each … families in which there is illness and/or other problems. Adults who lived in poorly functioning families as children …
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… can usually be treated at home. But some people, like older adults and babies, may need to go to the hospital. What … medicines to a child. Don't give cough or cold medicines to children under 6 years of age. For children older than 6, always follow all the instructions …
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… The vaccine is part of the MMR and MMRV vaccines. Most children get the vaccine as part of their regular shots. … your mouth, followed by a rash all over your body. When adults get measles, they usually feel worse than children who get it. It usually takes about 7 to 14 days to …
HealthLinkBC files
… conjugate vaccine? The vaccine is provided free to children in grade 9. The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including …
Health features
… and open farm visits (HealthLinkBC File #61b) Preventing children’s injuries from sports and other activities Quick … File #35) Heat-related illness in infants and young children (HealthLinkBC File #35c) Safety for infants and … File #41a) Travel during pregnancy Travel immunizations for adults (HealthLinkBC File #41c) Travelling with children …
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… can lift heavy grocery bags more easily. You can pick up children without feeling as much strain. And you can carry … (2011). Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines For Adults . Available online: … can lift heavy grocery bags more easily. You can pick up children without feeling as much strain. And you can carry …
Medications
… heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for … This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years or in children going through surgery. How To Use Unwrap and insert …
Medications
… for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for … cannot swallow the capsule whole (such as infants or small children) should use the tablet form of the medication. For … appointments so the doctor can monitor treatment. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
