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… to take insulin injections. This can be a scary process for adults, not to mention for a child. If your child is very … you will need to give these injections. When your child is older, he or she can take on some of the responsibility for … you will need to give these injections. When your child is older, he or she can take on some of the responsibility for …
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… tears evaporate too fast. This problem is more common in older adults and in those with certain diseases, such as diabetes, … such as LASIK. For many people, it's just part of getting older. What are the symptoms? When your eyes are too dry, …
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… cancer than others. Male breast cancer mostly affects older men. Things that increase a man's risk of breast … in the armpit. Most men diagnosed with breast cancer are older than 65. But breast cancer can appear in younger men. For this reason, any breast lump in an adult male is thought to be abnormal and should be checked …
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… indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and … Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make sure their environments are comfortable and … ultraviolet (UV) rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of heat-related …
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… spreads to the neck, the chest, and the rest of the body. Adults also may have joint pain. Older children and teens also may have eye pain, a sore … or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older Handwashing Immunizations Preparing for a Healthy …
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… Your risk for colorectal cancer gets higher as you get older. If you are not at high risk, experts recommend regular screening for adults ages 50 to 74. footnote 1 Talk with your doctor about … Your risk for colorectal cancer gets higher as you get older. If you are not at high risk, experts recommend …
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… (cacogeusia). A decrease in or loss of taste is common in older adults. It is part of the normal aging process and may be … (cacogeusia). A decrease in or loss of taste is common in older adults. It is part of the normal aging process and may …
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… 1-year-olds, are able to pull the trigger on a gun. And older children or adults can mishandle guns or firearms and injure others. … 1-year-olds, are able to pull the trigger on a gun. And older children or adults can mishandle guns or firearms and …
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… if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart disease or increased risk for … occur without warning at any time while taking this drug. Older adults may be at higher risk for this effect. Stop …
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… if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart disease or increased risk for … warning symptoms at any time while taking this drug. Older adults may be at higher risk for this effect. (See …