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… 13 weeks and up until delivery. Children 7 years of age and older and adults who have not been fully immunized or whose … the Tdap vaccine is recommended, but not provided free, for adults who were immunized in childhood. Adults who want to …
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… Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger Head Injury, Age 4 and Older Healthy Habits to Prevent Osteoporosis Healthy Muscles … Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older Hip Problems, Age 11 and Younger Hip Problems, Age 12 … Chronic Pain Inguinal Hernia Inguinal Hernia: Surgery in Adults Injury to the Tailbone (Coccyx) Interactive Tool: …
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… years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male Female Female Why do … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
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… well into your 50s. Menopause is a natural part of growing older. You don't need treatment for it unless your symptoms … is a hormone that protects against bone loss. So the older you get, the more likely you are to have osteoporosis. … Canada and Osteoporosis Canada recommend that Canadian adults take daily vitamin D supplements. Ask your doctor if …
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… of getting sick from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living … The vaccine is also free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a spleen …
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… Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older adults are also at risk. Symptoms may include: Constriction … may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce the risk of exposure to sulphur …
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… in a few days. Children have similar but milder symptoms to adults. To learn more about symptoms of COVID-19, visit the … or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older You can manage many of the symptoms of COVID-19 at …
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… or breathing in air that an infected person breathed out. Older adults and people who have a long-term health condition, … age and health. The greatest risk is to people who are older than 65 and those who have chronic illnesses, such as …
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… home, if smoking occurred during the pregnancy or if the adults in the bed are less alert due to the effects of … to reduce the risk of falls or the baby becoming trapped Older children and pets should not be in the bed If the adults sharing the bed have long hair, they should tie it …
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… and cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 years old) should use the “buddy …
