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… a while. Find other ways to get help. Hire a teenager or older adult to help for a few hours a day. Find a grocery … care or board-and-care homes. These are private homes where older adults receive around-the-clock personal care, supervision, …
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… they grow, but issues become more difficult to correct at older ages. This is why it is important for all children to … should be supervised Keep your child or toddler away from older children who are playing with sharp objects Teach … harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To protect eyes, sunglasses should: Have large …
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… based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Older adults usually start with a lower dose to decrease the risk … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this …
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… fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to … (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… side effects, including: blurred/double vision frequent falls A small number of people who take anticonvulsants for … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… and muscles to weaken, which may increase your risk for falls and broken bones. Ask your doctor for details. This … breast-feeding baby. Consult your doctor for more details. Older adults may be at greater risk for falls while using this …
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… of intimidation, stress, fear, or other problems. Having older siblings. Younger children may begin to talk slightly later than their older brothers or sisters did. However, having one or more older siblings does not cause significant speech and …
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… This is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in adults. Many other things can cause the blood vessel damage … lasting problems. Often treatment is not as successful in older children and adults. If your symptoms are severe or … lasting problems. Often treatment is not as successful in older children and adults. If your symptoms are severe or …
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… may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… tape in the bathtub and install grab bars to prevent falls. An occupational therapist can help you make these and … tape in the bathtub and install grab bars to prevent falls. An occupational therapist can help you make these and …