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… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure, … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure, …
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… monitor growth and bone development during treatment. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood testosterone … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood testosterone …
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… and teenagers active Last updated November 20, 2014 Young people have lots of demands on their time, so finding … Who else can help your child be active? Are there any young people’s groups that could be useful? What activities … activity. Children who don't like physical activity Not all young people are keen on physical activity. If this sounds …
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… Managing emotional changes during pregnancy Child/Youth/Young adult For young people, mental wellness is affected by many factors … health and wellness resources, services and supports for young people ages 12-24 across BC. Kelty Mental Health …
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… them. These include boxing, jumping on a trampoline, and driving or riding on motorized bikes and vehicles. Give your … and heat exhaustion When your child is active and not drinking enough fluids, dehydration is a risk. The muscles … while walking or running. Playing hard and sweating without drinking fluids can cause dehydration and heat exhaustion. …
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… of the head, neck, and eye. Vision problems in older adults Some of the common vision problems that occur in older adults include: Cataracts . Glaucoma . Breakdown … of the head, neck, and eye. Vision problems in older adults Some of the common vision problems that occur in …
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… the virus to their newborn babies during delivery. When young children get infected with hepatitis B virus they … life. This is why getting protection from the vaccine at a young age is important. Polio is a disease caused by … of an infected person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Haemophilus …
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… if you are not used to exercising in warmer weather. Older adults and children are at a higher risk for heat-related … if you are not used to exercising in warmer weather. Older adults and children are at a higher risk for heat-related …
Medications
… of mercaptopurine, especially when used by children and young adults. Other Uses This section contains uses of this drug … lymphoma, skin, cervical). This risk is higher in children/young adults being treated for certain bowel diseases (such …
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… Care for toddlers' colds and coughs Acetaminophen use in young children Ibuprofen use in young children Healthy eating and physical activity for kids … your toddler's frustrating behaviours Crying, age 3 and younger Egocentric and magical thinking            …