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… Hearing loss in adults Last updated March 13, 2024 HealthLink … disability. The prevalence of hearing loss rises with age. About 65 percent of people over the age of 70 have hearing problems. People over the age of 60 should schedule routine …
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… help you and your doctor narrow down the list of possible problems. Light-headedness is a feeling that you are about … of any age. But it's more common among older adults. A fear of dizziness can cause older adults to limit their … activities. Dizziness can also lead to falls and other injuries. Light-headedness It's common to feel light-headed …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Learn to identify common vision concerns in children younger … this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, some vision … Ability to see colours How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk of eye …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October … Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well … fluid in the middle ear. This test can also detect other problems of the middle ear Otoacoustic Emissions (called …
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… joints, and muscles . They may be caused by everyday wear and tear, overuse, or aging. Or they may be a result of injury or illness. Learn more in this section. Hip injuries & problems Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip Hip Injuries, …
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… Other Lumps Under the Skin + - Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Arm Injuries Arm Problems, Non-Injury Cuts Elbow Injuries Elbow Problems, … Problems + - Chest or Breast Breast Problems Change in Heartbeat Chest Problems Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, …
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… Hearing loss in children Last updated October 26, 2022 … or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems hearing? Hearing loss can be hard to detect. Mild … cause permanent hearing loss. What are the speech and language milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months …
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… other building that isn't well heated during cold weather. Injuries from cold exposure "Frostnip" usually affects the skin on the face, ears, or fingertips. It may cause numbness or blue-white … from being exposed to cold temperatures? This could include problems like frostbite or hypothermia. Yes Cold exposure …
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… First Aid Learning Center Learn about first aid Accidents happen every … Our first aid topics can help you deal with these common injuries. They can also teach you how to help someone else … and Human Bites Antihistamines Anxiety Arm Injuries Arm Problems, Non-Injury Back Problems and Injuries Black Widow …
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… The skin can develop rashes and sores, especially pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). These injuries are … by being careful when cleaning it. Checking the skin for problems Check the person's skin every day for pressure … places for these problems are the back of the head and ears, the shoulders, the elbows, the lower back and …
