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… take a daily vitamin D supplement of 400IU: Infants and young children under 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some human milk Adults over the age of 50 years What should I look for when … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults …
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… you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is … as a series of 2 doses, or shots, 7 or 28 days apart for adults. For children under 18, give 2 doses, or shots, 28 … sick. It is recommended not to travel with an infant or a young child to the high risk areas. If you cannot avoid …
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… injury to many parts of the eyeball. Objects flying from a lawn mower, a grinding wheel, or any tool may strike the eye … in an adult or older child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Diabetes or immune problem No … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… to expect. If you want, use books that are meant to help a young child prepare for the first dental examination. If you … and follow all instructions. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18, because it has been linked to Reye syndrome … but serious disease. Do not use teething gels for children younger than age 2. Ask your doctor before using …
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… recommends routine vitamin D supplements for all Canadian adults. Get regular bone-building exercise. Walking, … stronger. Limit alcohol. Osteoporosis Canada recommends drinking no more than an average of two alcoholic drinks … stronger. Limit alcohol. Osteoporosis Canada recommends drinking no more than an average of two alcoholic drinks …
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… movement. Rectal prolapse is most common in older female adults. It sometimes occurs in young children. What causes it? The exact cause is not … intestine. Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Constipation, Age 12 and Older Cystic Fibrosis …
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… are at high risk of serious illness from influenza (such as young children, pregnant women, seniors 65 years and older, … those at high risk. It is also recommended for children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions …
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… substance use. Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: … substance use. Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: …
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… smoke or gases that can cause breathing problems. Unsafe drinking water. For example, water from a rural well … pressure, brain damage, and stomach and kidney problems in adults. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of an environmental … throat. Second-hand smoke is especially bad for babies and young children whose lungs are still developing. Children …
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… Are You at Risk of Falling? Preventing Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # …
