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… Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis …
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… find it helpful if you are worried about the safety of an older adult driver. Key points to remember As you get older, your vision, reflexes, and hearing change. These … I want, when I want. So I took the driver course for older adults. I did okay. I passed. But I'm a careful driver. I …
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… child may be afraid, bored, or lonely. As your child gets older, upset crying may be a reaction to such things as loud … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … or injury, your child may need to be checked by a doctor. Helping a tired or overstimulated child Small children …
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… It can usually be treated at home. But some people, like older adults and babies, may need to go to the hospital. What … disease (COPD) or asthma. Are younger than 1 year of age or older than 65. Have an impaired immune system. Drink …
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… Manoeuvre) Nosebleeds Objects in the Eye Rash, Age 12 and Older Blisters Sprained Ankle: Using a Compression Wrap … Dehydration: Drinking Extra Fluids (Older Children and Adults) Diabetes in Children: Care Plan for School or … Manoeuvre for Adults and Children Older Than 1 Year Helping a Person During a Seizure High-Pressure Injection …
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… for school-age children Sport for school-age children Helping your child get started with organized sport Daily … develop skills without getting hurt or losing confidence. Helping your child get started with organized sport You can … activity can be skipping, walking, running, swimming – even helping with household chores and gardening. What to expect: …
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… to take care of yourself too. At home, care focuses on: Helping your child eat enough. Giving medicines. Preventing infections. Helping your child be active. Helping your child have a good … ask your child's care team for help. As children get older, you can gradually teach them about their heart …
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… infection occurs most often in children, teens, and young adults. Also at risk are older adults and people who have long-term health problems, … someone who does. Wash your hands after using the toilet or helping a sick child use the toilet, after changing a sick …
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… months. Flu vaccines are free for everyone 6 months and older. It's important to get your flu vaccine to protect … get an influenza vaccine? Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a yearly influenza vaccination with rare … those at high risk. It is also recommended for children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions …
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… they can cause vision problems. Cataracts are common in older adults. But changes caused by aging don't always lead to … Risk Things that increase your risk for cataracts include: Older age. A family history of cataracts or certain genetic …