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… but talk to your baby's doctor first. As your child gets older, a registered dietitian can help you choose the right … group. Your doctor can also help. What is the treatment for adults with PKU? People who have phenylketonuria (PKU) need … but talk to your baby's doctor first. As your child gets older, a registered dietitian can help you choose the right …
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… Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Preventing Another Heart Attack Life After a Heart Attack … forming a clot around it. The clot can block the artery , preventing the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. This … at higher doses or for long periods of time. People who are older than 65 or who have existing heart, stomach, or …
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… someone in bed Personal care and grooming Dental care for older adults Hair washing and care Shaving Caring for fingernails … toenails Skin care Caring for the skin of an immobile adult Preventing rashes in the groin area …
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… Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Older adults may be at greater risk for the side effects of this drug, especially falls, hallucinations, and QT prolongation (see above). …
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… last weeks to months. Uses This medication is used by adults for the short-term treatment of trouble sleeping … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of … this drug, especially memory problems and increased risk of falls (due to drowsiness, dizziness, and loss of …
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… of Quick-Relief Medicines Autism and Vaccines Babies and Older Adults Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury Baby's … Children Cerebral Palsy Chickenpox (Varicella) Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections Child Abuse and Neglect Child Car … Child Safety: Preventing Drowning Child Safety: Preventing Falls Child Safety: Streets and Motor Vehicles Child Safety: …
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… Less than 5 years 5 to 11 years 5 to 11 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … Medicines to Children More self-care Child Safety: Preventing Falls Using Cold and Heat Therapies Preparing For Your …
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… in relation to his or her height. If your child is age 2 or older, find out his or her BMI with this Interactive Tool: … for health problems will also be important over time. Adults Experts recommend using BMI and waist size to find … risk from being overweight and obese. If you are age 18 or older, use the Interactive Tool: Is Your BMI Increasing Your …
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… Dysreflexia Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults Bowel Care You or a caregiver can manage bowel … it is important to know the symptoms and watch for them. Preventing pressure injuries You or your caregiver can help … Mucus may be rust-coloured or green or tinged with blood. Older adults may have only a slight cough and no mucus. …
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… affect your health. How does sleep affect your health? Most adults do best when they get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day. … bedtime. Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: … bedtime. Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: …
