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… of age. The vaccine is also provided free to people at high risk of infection or severe illness, including those who: … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For information on Reye Syndrome, see … causes death. About 1 in 200 infected people will die. The risk is higher if you are 50 years or older. How is …
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… Fifth disease is usually mild. However, some people are at risk of serious complications if they become infected, … who were infected while pregnant do not have an increased risk of birth defects. If you are at risk of serious complications from fifth disease, there is a …
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… Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of serious side effects will increase. Since this drug … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … plenty of fluids as directed by your doctor to reduce your risk of dehydration. Your doctor may prescribe anti-diarrhea …
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… have occurred in people while receiving cetuximab. Your risk may be higher if you have a history of tick bites or … and after your treatment to monitor and help decrease your risk for heart problems. Uses Cetuximab is used to treat a … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Careful monitoring by your doctor may …
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… year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have … outside During an extreme heat event, you can lower the risk of heat-related illness by keeping infants and young … of the day. If they must be outside, you can reduce their risk of heat-related illness by: Dressing them in …
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… produce an antibody that attacks certain blood-clotting factors, which can cause the blood to clot easily. footnote … produce an antibody that attacks certain blood-clotting factors, which can cause the blood to clot easily. footnote …
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… improves with treatment of these conditions. The following factors may help your health professional evaluate vocal … improves with treatment of these conditions. The following factors may help your health professional evaluate vocal …
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… full for your child's adult care, depending upon different factors, such as your income. Become familiar with tax … full for your child's adult care, depending upon different factors, such as your income. Become familiar with tax …
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… issues. But some people blame speech and language delays on factors that are not the cause of true delays, such as: … issues. But some people blame speech and language delays on factors that are not the cause of true delays, such as: …
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… Sometimes children experience problems sleeping due to factors beyond their control. This includes bedwetting and …
