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… risk of complications can be life-threatening. Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung … and may die from influenza and its complications during years with widespread or epidemic influenza activity. How …
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… netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When children 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an area at high risk of … hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Adults and children older than 12 years . Use an insect repellent containing 30% …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Janet and Nathan's story Janet thought 2½-year-old Nathan was too quiet during a car ride, so she looked in …
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… In China, doctors have practiced TCM for thousands of years. Therapies used in TCM include: Acupuncture. This uses … In China, doctors have practiced TCM for thousands of years. Therapies used in TCM include: Acupuncture. This uses …
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… some other activity that uses your hands. Take on a household task. Drink a glass of water. Try to stay away from … day at a time. Imagine yourself celebrating your first full year without smoking. These are just a few ideas you can try to see what might work for you. Maybe they …
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… this medication by mouth with breakfast or the first main meal of the day, as directed by your doctor, usually once … follow your doctor's directions carefully for stopping the old drug and starting glimepiride. Colesevelam can decrease … use of this product. To help prevent low blood sugar, eat meals on a regular schedule, and do not skip meals. Check …
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… so you don't start smoking regularly again. Here are some ideas that may help you get back on track: Try to figure out … the next time that happens. A slip is a brief return to an old behaviour. You are not a smoker just because you slip up … so you don't start smoking regularly again. Here are some ideas that may help you get back on track: Try to figure out …
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… these parts, and the crib can collapse. Lead-free paint. Older cribs may have paint that has lead in it. Babies can … safe. Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Current as …
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… is different for each person. Some people stay the same for years. Others lose skills quickly. Your chances of having … and vegetables every day. If you are not hungry, try snacks or nutritional drinks such as Boost or Ensure. If you … and vegetables every day. If the person is not hungry at mealtimes, give snacks at midmorning and in the afternoon. …
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… much of our exposure to UV rays occurs before we are 18 years of age. By the time we are adults, many of us have … become less effective over time. Check the expiry date of old sunscreen containers and replace them if they are out of … by provincial law that does not allow children under 18 years old to use them. At any age, these devices damage your …
