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… sex with men are at higher risk of outbreaks. How can I prevent spreading shigellosis? Proper hygiene and safe food handling and preparation practices are key to preventing the spread of shigellosis. Follow the advice … safety precautions and drinking water treatment to help prevent the spread of shigellosis. For more information, see …
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… Your age. Your risk for osteoporosis goes up as you get older. Loss of the male hormone testosterone . As you age, … fractures or other changes to your bones. Medicines used to prevent or treat osteoporosis include: Bisphosphonates, such … food only. Osteoporosis Canada recommends that all Canadian adults take daily vitamin D supplements. The vitamin D …
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… symptoms. Home treatment often relieves symptoms and helps prevent infection. Most non-poisonous snakebites can be … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
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… suicide, such as a gun or pills. Have a history of sexual abuse. Have a history of being bullied. Have gone through a … suicide, such as a gun or pills. Have a history of sexual abuse. Have a history of being bullied. Have gone through a …
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… comfortable and fun. As your newborn becomes a toddler and older, reading opens him or her to new ideas. It helps your … more familiar with the sounds and rhythms of the language. Older children and teens Reading is an important activity … learn to think and express themselves in new ways. Your older child or teen may discover a new or stronger interest, …
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… have trouble having sex or may lose interest in it. Make older adults confused or forgetful or cause them to stop seeing … dementia . Depression Depression in Older Adults Depression, Anxiety, and Physical Health …
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… make more antibodies after getting the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection against HPV … HPV vaccine before they become sexually active. The vaccine prevents almost 100 percent of cases of cervical cancer and …
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… needs. Warning Improper use of this medication (overuse or abuse) may cause serious harm, such as fast/irregular … In children, dosage is also based on age and weight. Adults should not use more than 8 milligrams in 24 hours if … Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… needs. Warning Improper use of this medication (overuse or abuse) may cause serious harm, such as fast/irregular … In children, dosage is also based on age and weight. Adults should not use more than 8 milligrams in 24 hours if … your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… Basics Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … TIA. How is a TIA treated? Treatment for TIA is focused on preventing a stroke. A heart-healthy lifestyle and medicine … a parent, brother, or sister has had a stroke or TIA. Being older. The risk of TIA increases with age. Being of …
