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… Long-Term Care Choices On this page: Overview Overview As you or a … because of: Stroke. Dementia , such as Alzheimer's disease. Head injuries. Broken bones or problems after joint … Community-based services Community-based services help older adults remain independent. These include meals at …
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… Diaper Rash On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … 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 … make them worse. Recent health events , such as surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards …
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… processes alcohol means intoxication happens faster and damage can occur from lesser amounts of alcohol. Some reasons a … how sex and gender relate to alcohol use (PDF, 2.6 MB). Age People tend to lose lean body mass as they age, … more body fat and less water in the body to dilute alcohol. Older bodies also process alcohol less effectively, putting …
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… B.C. immunization schedule Last updated August 19, 2024 Image Keep your family’s vaccinations up to date Vaccines help … diseases, like measles, mumps, and whooping cough On this page: Why are vaccines important? Immunization schedules Book … (#12d) Image Yearly for children 6 months of age and older (The live attenuated vaccine is not approved for use …
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… life can affect a person’s health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from … see How Do I Clear My Internet Browser History? On this page: Featured topics B.C. Services Additional resources Featured topics Abuse of Older Adults (Elder Abuse) Learn more about abuse of older …
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… they can develop a heat-related illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your … (102°F) Symptoms of mild to moderate heat-related illness: Headache Nausea Weakness Irritability Light-headed or dizziness Disorientation Thirst or dry mouth …
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… babies continue to be offered human milk until 2 years of age or older. Parents may give their baby formula for a number of … a special time. Smile, talk, sing to your baby Your baby’s head should be higher than their body. Support your baby’s …
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… Prone Buttocks Squeeze On this page: Overview Overview This exercise … Information Back Problems and Injuries Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older Low Back Pain: Exercises to Reduce Pain …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview Overview Vital … child is doing. 0 to 12 months old Vital signs for infants ages 0 to 12 months include the following: Heart rate This … normal range is 36.5 C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). 12 years and older Vital signs for children ages 12 years and older …
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… Blisters On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … fever No Possible fever Do you have blisters on your forehead, eyelid, or nose? Blisters in this area may be a sign … make them worse. Recent health events , such as surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards …
