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… is given in grade 6 because: The vaccine works better at a younger age. Preteens make more antibodies after getting the vaccine … doses of the vaccine to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with weakened immune …
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… Ear Infections On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … that can help with pain. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics. … can cause side effects, such as stomach cramps, nausea, rash, and diarrhea. They can also lead to vaginal yeast …
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… Seizures On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … system problem that causes seizures. It can occur at any age. A seizure can be a symptom of another health problem, … seizure? Yes Seizure No Seizure How old are you? 6 years or younger 6 years or younger 7 to 11 years 7 to 11 years 12 to …
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… Stories About Choosing Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Overview Choosing the … birth control method you choose. Barrier methods Jennifer, age 25, and Ben, age 30: Ben and I are pretty involved, so … were killed in a car wreck, I became the guardian of my younger brothers and sisters. I'm now working and finishing …
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… brain, which can lead to seizures, deafness, or brain damage. One out of every 3,000 people with measles may die from … often sensitive to light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, arms and legs. The rash lasts about 4 to 7 days. There may also be small white …
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… Insect Bites and Stings and Spider Bites On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … your doctor first if you need to use the cream for a child younger than age 2 or for use in the genital area. These … the Most of Your Appointment Blisters Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Skin Changes …
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… dose for children immunized against these diseases at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune … as 13 weeks and up until delivery. Children 7 years of age and older and adults who have not been fully immunized …
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… a pregnant woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth … you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include a rash, fever, joint aches, headache, discomfort, runny nose … and at the back of the neck may swell and feel painful. The rash, which may be itchy, begins first on the face and then …
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… . Sore Throat and Other Throat Problems . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Flu Vaccines: Should I Get a Flu Vaccine? … Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cough Symptoms in Children Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, Age 12 and Older COVID-19 or Flu? How to …
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… is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with weakened immune systems can be … to others from up to 5 days before and 5 days after the rash appears. They are most contagious from the day before and for the first few days after the rash appears. To reduce the spread of chickenpox, children …
