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… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … with others. Sharing it is against the law. As you get older, your sleep pattern may naturally change and your …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … with others. Sharing it is against the law. As you get older, your sleep pattern may naturally change and your …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, … extreme drowsiness, dizziness, increased risk for falls, memory loss, confusion, fast/pounding heartbeat. Tell …
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… It's also called herpes zoster. Shingles is most common in older adults and people who have weak immune systems because of … You must have had chickenpox to get shingles. Being older than 50. Having a weakened immune system due 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 … Symptoms occur more often or are more severe. Learn more Preventing Falls in Older Adults Preparing For Your Appointment You can …
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… you age, it may take you longer to remember things. Not all older adults have memory changes. But these changes can be a … Symptoms occur more often or are more severe. Learn more Preventing Falls in Older Adults Temporary Confusion or Decreased …
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… can cause problems for pregnant women, newborns, teens and adults, and people who have immune system problems that make … cause shingles (herpes zoster), usually when you are an older adult. About 1 in 5 people who have chickenpox will … Call for an appointment with your doctor if: You are older than age 12, you aren't sure if you have ever had …
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… get the shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a … infection in the past People 18 years of age and older with a weakened immune system can also get the …
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… It can usually be treated at home. But some people, like older adults and babies, may need to go to the hospital. What … disease (COPD) or asthma. Are younger than 1 year of age or older than 65. Have an impaired immune system. Drink …
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… Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis …
