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… can occur at any age. But they are more common as you get older, when you are more likely to have other health … can occur at any age. But they are more common as you get older, when you are more likely to have other health … can occur at any age. But they are more common as you get older, when you are more likely to have other health …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles … shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a …
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… when you lift something heavy or play sports. As you get older, your meniscus gets worn. This can make it tear more easily. If you are older, you may not know what you did to cause the tear. Or … is, what the pattern of the tear is, how big it is, and how old you are. Your health and activity level may also affect …
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… Months 4 Months 6 Months 12 Months 18 Months Starting at 4 Years of Age (Kindergarten Entry) Chickenpox (Varicella) … Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (#12d) Image Yearly for children 6 months of age and older (The live attenuated vaccine is not approved for use …
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… 4 times daily, on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before a meal, or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on … go away nausea/vomiting/stomach pain especially after meals A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. … problems (such as delayed gastric emptying) tube feeding Older adults may be at greater risk for developing high …
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… by mouth on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 times … skin, chest pain, fast heartbeat, shortness of breath, cold hands/feet. Your doctor may direct you to take an iron …
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… 5 shots starting at age 2 months and ending at ages 4 to 6 years. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis). Tdap is … and diphtheria). Td is given as a booster shot every 10 years. If you never had tetanus shots as a child, or if … had them, you'll need to get 3 tetanus shots in about a 1-year time span. (Your doctor will tell you which shots you …
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… doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with a meal as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. The … or iron supplements together at the same time with a meal. It is very important to keep taking this medication … details. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take it with a meal as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the …
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… that may not be dangerous. What you can do Here are some ideas for dealing with your anger: Talk to your doctor about … that may not be dangerous. What you can do Here are some ideas for dealing with your anger: Talk to your doctor about …
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… do that will help the most to reduce stress. Here are some ideas: Get support. Ask family members for help. Include … do that will help the most to reduce stress. Here are some ideas: Get support. Ask family members for help. Include …
