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… be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) Preventing falls in older adults Child safety: Preventing falls Transportation Take …
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… when he is very young, and brush with them when they are older. Healthy food helps build strong teeth, avoid sugary …
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… than age 5. Have them play on the equipment separately from older children. Don't let a child younger than 4 use … than age 5. Have them play on the equipment separately from older children. Don't let a child younger than 4 use …
Medications
… heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for … recommended when agitation/hyperactivity are severe or in older adults with dementia. Flupentixol belongs to a class …
Medications
… heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for … recommended when agitation/hyperactivity are severe or in older adults with dementia. Flupentixol belongs to a class …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness when standing. Older adults may also be more likely to develop a type of …
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… hepatitis B vaccine is the best way to prevent infection. Adults age 19 and older and all babies, children, and teenagers should be … vaccine is a series of 2, 3, or 4 shots. Adults age 19 and older and all babies, children, and teenagers should be …
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… certain medicines, or by breathing through your mouth. Older adults are more likely to have a dry mouth. Having diabetes. … certain medicines, or by breathing through your mouth. Older adults are more likely to have a dry mouth. Having …
Medications
… fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor about ways to prevent bone … (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
