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… including cancer and some heart conditions. On this page: Overview Effects of alcohol on aging bodies Alcohol and … risk of alcohol-related health problems, including liver damage. Women produce less of the alcohol-digesting enzyme, … greater impairment in an older person, than it does in a younger adult of the same weight. As we age, we also produce …
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… Yellow Fever and Recommended Immunizations On this page: Overview Overview Yellow fever is a serious viral infection transmitted by …
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… aging Last updated January 25, 2024 As you enter middle age, you may be noticing natural changes to your body or … and improve your experience of getting older. On this page: What is healthy aging? Staying active Healthy eating … active is one of the most important steps you can take to age well. Some of the benefits include decreased risk of …
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… Immunizations That May Cause Fever On this page: Overview Overview Short-term, mild reactions to immunizations are common. Immunizations that may cause a fever include: Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis …
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… Treating Asthma in Babies and Younger Children On this page: Overview … also includes things you can do to help your child manage asthma, like avoiding things that might trigger symptoms …
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… Hay Fever and Other Seasonal Allergies On this page: … How can you prevent them? Seasonal allergies, such as hay fever (also called allergic rhinitis), are often caused by …
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… Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … leak into the stool. Belly cramps, nausea, vomiting, or a fever may occur along with the diarrhea. Diarrhea is one of … that causes immune system problems Do you have shaking chills or very heavy sweating? Shaking chills are a severe, …
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… Coughs, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … chest wall for more than 4 days Do you think you may have a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Did you take … that causes immune system problems Do you have shaking chills or very heavy sweating? Shaking chills are a severe, …
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… Our brains and bodies experience many changes as we age. There are ways that we can support healthy aging and … 7 healthy life choices to keep your mind strong and encourage healthy brain aging. Get enough sleep Sleep improves your ability to manage stress. It helps with hormonal balance, strengthens your …
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… Down Syndrome, Ages 1 to 5 On this page: If your child who has Down syndrome is between the ages of 1 and 5 years, you will likely have ongoing …
