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… are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, they may … from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine … with a greater risk of complications. How can influenza be prevented? You can reduce the risk of getting influenza and …
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… the internet, but that freedom may feel scary to parents. Adults are more aware of the risks that young people face … with their children when they're young but stop as they get older. Teens need guidance too. Show an interest in their … with their children when they're young but stop as they get older. Teens need guidance too. Show an interest in their …
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… glaucoma include those who: footnote 2 Are middle-aged and older. The chance of getting glaucoma gets higher as you … Problems Early Tonometry Vision Screening and Eye Exams for Adults Vision Tests Citations Canadian … glaucoma include those who: footnote 2 Are middle-aged and older. The chance of getting glaucoma gets higher as you …
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… easily Display a sense of owning toys and people Enjoy older children but not play with them Have a security toy or …
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… may be asked if you have depression or a history of sexual abuse. You may have tests, such as blood and urine tests to … inflammatory disease . A history of physical or sexual abuse. People with chronic pelvic pain are more likely to report abuse in their past. footnote 1 A history of radiation …
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… such as: Smoking. Sex. Drug, alcohol, or inhalant abuse . Unsafe use of social media and cell phones. Cheating … This means online friends too. Lots of people (peers and adults) try to pressure kids to make bad choices. But if … such as: Smoking. Sex. Drug, alcohol, or inhalant abuse . Unsafe use of social media and cell phones. Cheating …
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… and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. In adults, reflux is often called heartburn or acid reflux. … eating. They may not sleep well or grow as expected. An older child or teen may have the same symptoms as an adult. … who is healthy and growing may not need any tests. If an older child or teen is having symptoms, the doctor may want …
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… maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning … this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this …
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… the rash may not appear at all, or it may look different in adults Some people may only have pain in their joints, … a tissue or your shirt sleeve rather than your hands to prevent droplets from spreading to others. Put used tissues … while you rest and recover: Drink plenty of liquids to prevent dehydration Reduce fever, and relieve headache and …
