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… well as other problems that can make children, teens, and adults who have Down syndrome vulnerable to abuse, injury, and other types of harm. You can help manage and prevent these types of problems by being aware and helping …
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… who have aortic valve stenosis. Children, teens, and young adults Valvuloplasty might be used in some children, teens, … 2 After the baby is born, the aortic valve may be replaced. Older adults Valvuloplasty is not appropriate for most older people who have stenosis. These people typically need …
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… On this page: Overview Health Tools Adult or Child Older Than 1 Year Person Faints Choking While Alone Baby … (the Heimlich manoeuvre) is used to clear an obstruction in adults and children older than 1 year. Back blows and chest … people take an active role in managing a health condition. Preventing Choking in Small Children Adult or Child Older
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… deformity). You think the injury may have been caused by abuse. Physical abuse often causes bruises, burns, … You may also get a splint. You may get antibiotics to help prevent infection if packing is used. Your doctor may want … old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Asthma attacks Asthma in children Asthma in teenagers and adults Treating asthma Living with asthma Lifestyle and … is, what asthma medications do, and how to recognize and prevent asthma symptoms. The BC Children's Hospital Asthma … impacts adults: Asthma in teenagers and adults Asthma in older adults: Managing treatment Treating asthma Treatment …
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… Relationship changes Tips for pregnant parents Domestic abuse If your partner is abusive, don't be afraid to ask for … to help keep you and your baby safe. Learn more: Domestic abuse while you are pregnant Pregnancy loss Some pregnant …
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… medicine precautions . Ibuprofen (such as Motrin or Advil) Adults: The initial dose is 400 mg. Follow-up doses are 200 … medicines. Infants usually need a different dose than older children do. And some liquid forms are stronger (more … to 12-hour period or 660 mg in a 24-hour period. Adults older than 65: Do not take more than 220 mg every 12 hours …
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… after childbirth Support teams for new parents New moms and abuse Violence in the home can have long-term impacts on … an unsafe environment can put them at risk. If your partner abuses you, they may abuse your child as well. Mental wellbeing and postpartum …
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… vaccines provide decreases over time, particularly in older people, so a spring COVID-19 vaccine booster will … and community health centres. On this page: How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? Making a decision to seek … File #99 How to take a temperature: Children and adults – Information on safe and accurate temperature taking …
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… vessels of the head, neck, and eye. Vision problems in older adults Some of the common vision problems that occur in older adults include: Cataracts . Glaucoma . Breakdown …