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… takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster than older adults. Drink plenty of fluids during this time to help your … takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster than older …
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… takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster than older adults. Drink plenty of fluids during this time to help your … takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster than older …
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… of getting sick from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and … polysaccharide vaccine because it is not effective in young children. These children receive the pneumococcal …
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… about what amount to give. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome . … contact a doctor. Acetaminophen Use in Young Children Dehydration Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Ibuprofen Use in Young Children Relieving a Cough …
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… poor feeding, or difficulty gaining weight. Children younger than 18 years should not use products that contain … (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin), among others. Avoid drinking large amounts of beverages containing caffeine … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. This medication has been prescribed for your current …
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… may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) … head movement as possible). Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. This medication has been prescribed for your current …
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… intimate partners: Teens may experience dating abuse. Older adults can be targets of both domestic abuse and elder … an emergency. Be alert to warning signs, such as threats or drinking. This can help you avoid danger. If you can, make … Remind your friend that domestic violence is against the law and that help is available. Be understanding if your …
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… trapped. Consider keeping hot tubs and spas off-limits to young children. Talk to your doctor before you allow children younger than age 5 to use them. If you allow children in a … present. Do not use inflatable toys or mattresses when young children are swimming in water above their waist. …
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… allergy in your baby Eczema and food allergy in babies and young children Testing Find out how food allergies are …
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… What causes it? Foodborne illness is caused by eating or drinking food contaminated by harmful germs, such as … healthy you are and what germ is making you sick. For very young and very old people, symptoms may last longer. Even … E. Coli Infection From Food or Water Gastroenteritis in Adults and Older Children Giardiasis Toxoplasmosis During …
