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… the most benefit from it. Improper use of this medication (abuse) may result in serious harm (such as brain damage, … it more difficult to breathe and clear your lungs. To help prevent this effect, drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… 15 to 25 years 26 to 55 years 26 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 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 … Aspirin and other medicines (called blood thinners) that prevent blood clots. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
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… (SDM) . Learning About Hospice Palliative Care . Helping Older Adults With Grief . Health Topics Make a Wise Decision Take … Grief Grief: Helping Children With Grief Grief: Helping Older Adults With Grief Current as of: March 27, 2023 …
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… treated? Treatments can help you feel better and prevent future problems, especially stroke and heart … called catheter ablation, and heart surgery. Stroke prevention. You and your doctor can decide how to lower your … problem. Risk factors for atrial fibrillation include: Age older than 60. Being male. Obesity. Sleep apnea . A family …
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… Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When To Call Examinations … later in the disease. Mild memory loss is common in people older than 60. It may not mean that you have Alzheimer's … disease. But there are things that may make it less likely. Adults who are physically active may be less likely than …
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… . Are newer vaccines safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how …
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… 2 or 3 days, or if dehydration is a concern. How can you prevent infection with the virus? There is no vaccine or medication that can prevent norovirus infection. The best way to prevent infection is to stop the virus from spreading. To …
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… 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 … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … (anticholinergics). Medicines (called blood thinners) that prevent blood clots. Any kind of medicine that you put in …
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… 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 … or some other medicine (called a blood thinner) that prevents blood clots, it can cause some blood in your …
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… of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. It works by preventing the growth of bacteria. This medication is a … discoloration. Tooth discoloration has also occurred in older children and young adults. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication …