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… hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Adults and children older than 12 years . Use an insect repellent containing 30% …
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… attention to portion sizes is important (especially of less nutritious foods), it is up to your child to decide how much … Be a good example. If you don't want your child to eat less nutritious foods (for example, those that contain high … they show interest. Teach them simple, healthy recipes. Let older children help you with shopping. Use it as a chance to …
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… during pregnancy can make it harder to get the calories and nutrients you need to support the growth and development of … for preparing peanut, tree nuts, and egg when your baby is older and ready for more textures. Avoid offering whole … For information and advice based on your specific food and nutrition needs and preferences, call 8-1-1 and ask to speak …
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… Pain, Age 11 and Younger Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Constipation, Age 12 and Older Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Gas, Bloating, and Burping Nausea and Vomiting, Age 11 …
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… information to support your health and wellbeing in your older years. Take steps to plan for your future and learn … Find information about health conditions that often affect older adults: Alzheimer’s disease Cataracts: Should I have … with older adults Grief: Helping older adults with grief Nutritious eating and physical activity Eating well and …
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… Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Maintaining Good Nutrition Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Making the Most … in Men Assistive Devices and Orthotics Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment Automated Ambulatory Blood … Care Planning: Should I Have Artificial Hydration and Nutrition? Advance Care Planning: Should I Receive CPR and …
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… Manoeuvre) Nosebleeds Objects in the Eye Rash, Age 12 and Older Blisters Sprained Ankle: Using a Compression Wrap … Pain, Age 11 and Younger Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding Acetaminophen Acid Burns … Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Constipation, Age 12 and Older Copperhead Coral Snake Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin) …
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… October 30, 2024 Everyone experiences changes as they get older that can increase the risk of falls and fall-related … educational videos Additional resources Assess your risk Older adults with frailty are the most likely to experience … however, anyone can fall. In British Columbia, 1 in 3 older adults experience falls every year. About 10 to 15 …
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… find it helpful if you are worried about the safety of an older adult driver. Key points to remember As you get older, your vision, reflexes, and hearing change. These … make it harder for you to drive safely. People age 70 and older are more likely to crash than any other age group …
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… Reducing Conflict and Jealousy Actionset Overview Often an older child will feel jealous when you have a new baby. It … is called sibling rivalry. Sibling rivalry happens between older children too. Children have a strong need for … manage conflict and jealousy? Preparing for a new baby An older child can have lots of feelings and reactions to the …
