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… are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male Female Female Why do … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
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… make more antibodies after getting the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection against HPV … the vaccine to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with weakened immune systems need 3 …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Older adults and people with long-term diseases often need to take … may not know all the medicines you take. You're an older adult. As you age, your body slows down. Some …
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… Food allergies are more common in children than in adults. Children sometimes outgrow their food allergies, … keep their epinephrine at school or daycare and at home. Older, mature children should be taught to give themselves … Peanut Allergy Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Swelling Citations Togias A, et al. (2017). …
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… if you use this drug for a long time, if you are an older adult (older than 60 years), or if you develop a severe loss of … Caution is advised when using this drug in older adults because they may have decreased kidney function. …
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… D your body can make such as: Age: less is made as you get older Skin colour: less is made by darker skin Season: … 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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… Society recommends a cholesterol test if you are 40 or older. Your doctor may recommend this test if you are … Society recommends a cholesterol test if you are 40 or older. Your doctor may recommend this test if you are …
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… spreads to the neck, the chest, and the rest of the body. Adults also may have joint pain. Older children and teens also may have eye pain, a sore … or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older Handwashing Immunizations Preparing for a Healthy …
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… from diabetes may do better with a lower target range. Most adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes (not pregnant) In general, experts suggest an A1c of 7.0% or less for most adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who aren't pregnant. … from diabetes may do better with a lower target range. Most adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes (not pregnant) In …
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… pain and sudden loss of strength and movement. Middle-aged adults doing sports activities are more likely to get this kind of injury. Tears also happen in older adults. What causes it? An Achilles tendon tear is … often than before. Age. Most Achilles tears occur in people older than 30. Weight. People who are very heavy have a …
