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… some immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from an area with risk of malaria. … sometimes months later. If you develop a fever within 1 year of your return home, or other symptoms such as constant …
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… In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly … advance preparation is enough for most school age children. Older children may benefit from longer preparation time, but … sugar at home to calm upset or crying babies. Children 3 years of age and older: Deep breathing: Have your child …
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… for medical purposes has been legal in Canada for several years. Cannabis is also known as marijuana, pot or weed. The … for medical purposes has been legal in Canada for several years. The Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes …
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… it at a young age (before puberty) or for longer than 1 year. Have another autoimmune disease. Are prone to … areata treated? Because hair usually grows back within a year, you may decide not to treat alopecia areata. If you … it at a young age (before puberty) or for longer than 1 year. Have another autoimmune disease. Are prone to …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults On this page: Basic Care Denture Care Related … Many people should see their dentists once or twice a year. Keep the dentist up to date on any new medicines you … need an adhesive. Think about replacing them about every 5 years. Daily use can wear dentures out. If you have denture …
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… to do this. Many artificial hip joints last for 10 to 20 years. It depends on your age, how much stress you put on … that put a lot of stress on the joint. Learn more Using Cold and Heat Therapies Why It Is Done A partial hip … insert. Long-term risks. These risks may occur months to years after the surgery. They include: Loosening of the hip …
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… (oophorectomy). Having a mammogram and breast MRI every year starting at age 25. These screening tests don't prevent … breasts and ovaries until you're past your childbearing years. These results are one piece of information you can … (oophorectomy). Having a mammogram and breast MRI every year starting at age 25. These screening tests don't prevent …
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… over time. The risk continues to go down as the number of years you stay smoke-free increases. Chronic obstructive … attacks. More infections. People who smoke have more colds, influenza (flu), and pneumonia than people who don't … over time. The risk continues to go down as the number of years you stay smoke-free increases. Chronic obstructive …
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… Events Lighten Up Your Holiday Recipes Physical activity Colder weather and fewer hours of daylight may mean changing … Getting Active as a Family Quick Tips: Staying Active in Cold Weather Quit smoking As we start a new year, many of us will set goals for our health. For some of …
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… part of the eye) is not cloudy. How Well It Works One year after surgery, goniotomy was successful for more than … part of the eye) is not cloudy. How Well It Works One year after surgery, goniotomy was successful for more than …
