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… Dizziness: Light-Headedness and Vertigo On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … your balance and fall. Dizziness can occur in people of any age. But it's more common among older adults. A fear of dizziness can cause older adults to …
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… Confusion, Memory Loss, and Altered Alertness On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … you age, it may take you longer to remember things. Not all older adults have memory changes. But these changes can be a … by a severe emotional event, such as from combat or a car crash. Amnesia may be either short-term or permanent. It …
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… at no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. The vaccine is especially recommended for people who … include: Children 6 months to less than 5 years of age Pregnant people at any stage of pregnancy Seniors 65 …
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… Burns and Electric Shock On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … from hot liquids are the most common burns to children and older adults. Cold temperature burns are caused by skin … by contact with any hard surface such as roads ("road rash"), carpets, or gym floor surfaces. They are usually …
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… fever vaccination centres in B.C., visit the Public Health Agency of Canada: … and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of age and older can receive the vaccine, which is given as 1 …
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… Biting On this page: Is it normal for a child to bite? Most children younger than age 3 bite someone else at least once. Most children stop … and act aggressively in other ways, especially if they are older than age 3, may have health problems or emotional …
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… The hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least 6 months apart. … to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine is also provided free to people at high …
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… Overview When you or your child has chickenpox , the rash that develops can be very uncomfortable. Although the … on his or her hands to prevent scratching. Or use light bandages over open blisters. Wash the child's hands often. … Information Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Skin Changes Current as of: October 31, 2022 …
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… Problems After Delivery of Your Baby On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … your baby is born. Many minor postpartum problems can be managed at home. For example, home treatment is usually all … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Antihistamines On this page: Overview Overview Oral … children, such as hallucinations , tremors , and coma. In older children and adults: Antihistamines may cause … Food Allergies Over-the-Counter Medicine Precautions Rash, Age 12 and Older Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and …
