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… to the face and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Adults and children older than 12 years . Use an insect … of the instructions on the label, including proper use for young children Adults should apply repellent for children. … blackflies. These products should not be used on children younger than 3 years old. It should not be applied more than …
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… occurs before we are 18 years of age. By the time we are adults, many of us have soaked up more than enough UV rays … to protect my baby from the sun and heat? Yes. Babies younger than 12 months of age are especially sensitive to UV … tanning beds and/or sun lamps are regulated by provincial law that does not allow children under 18 years old to use …
Medications
… you may have some memory loss. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless … of bed and driven vehicles while not fully awake ("sleep-driving"). People have also sleepwalked, prepared/eaten … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. As you get older, your sleep pattern may naturally …
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… influence the way a person grieves a death. Children younger than age 7 Children younger than 7 usually perceive … They may do things that are dangerous, such as reckless driving, smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, taking illegal drugs, or having …
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… Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… be denied life-saving care when you need it. Provincial laws and emergency medical practices ensure that your life … be denied life-saving care when you need it. Provincial laws and emergency medical practices ensure that your life …
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… The flu usually does not cause vomiting or diarrhea in adults. Most flu outbreaks happen in late fall and winter. … are at higher risk of problems from the flu. They include young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people … flu symptoms at home. Home treatment includes resting, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking medicine to lower your …
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… are looking for information about asthma in teenagers and adults, see the topic Asthma in Teenagers and Adults . What … asthma. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and wheezing at a young age. Early infection with respiratory syncytial virus … and small airways (bronchiolitis). If you have a very young child, spirometry is not practical. So the diagnosis …
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… of long bones. It needs to be checked by a doctor. Older adults have a higher risk for injuries and fractures. That's … adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes Symptoms of shock No Symptoms of shock Are … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
Medications
… Opioid cough suppressants should not be used by children younger than 18 years. Children are at higher risk for … other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms, such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier, or saline nose … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Do not take this medication for several days before …
