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… iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and … package Can I use a water filter to disinfect water? Jug-type water filters (such as Brita®), are not made to remove … of water Brushing your teeth Filling pet dishes Bathing children - give sponge baths using disinfected water if it …
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… There can be risks associated with using substances and any type of substance use can cause harm. Substance use can also … patch or gum Prescription smoking cessation medications BC Children's Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre Provides … are available to families across B.C. and Yukon with children and youth up to age 24, by phone, email or a …
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… Basics What is alopecia areata? Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when your immune system … areata is most common in people younger than 20. But children and adults of any age may be affected. Women and … Basics What is alopecia areata? Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when your immune system …
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… in Baby's First Year Last updated July 5, 2019 Too many children die every year from preventable injuries in British … bathroom or handling diapers or pets. Make sure your older children do this as well. Cleanliness - wash high chairs, … kills bacteria but does not remove chemicals. Boil any type of water for one minute and then cool it to 70°C before …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults Depression in Older Adults Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult Domestic Abuse … in Women Total Incontinence Turning Off Your ICD Types of Domestic Abuse Urethral Bulking for Urinary … in Women Total Incontinence Turning Off Your ICD Types of Domestic Abuse Urethral Bulking for Urinary …
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… are most often family members such as a person’s spouse or children, but they can also include friends and caregivers. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? Abuse … withholding medications or the necessities of life. Some types of abuse and neglect violate an older adult's basic …
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… care professional. This drug may also be used for another type of heart disease (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy). How To … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain types of heart rhythm problems (such as second- or … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… personal or family history of glaucoma (angle-closure type) high blood pressure heart problems (such as chest … standing. Older adults may also be more likely to develop a type of salt imbalance (hyponatremia), especially if they … Based on information for a similar drug (venlafaxine), children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… that will be removed in a week or two. If you have the type of stitches that dissolve, they don't have to be … body, such as in some squamous cell carcinomas . Occurs in children. How Well It Works Mohs surgery can be an effective … that will be removed in a week or two. If you have the type of stitches that dissolve, they don't have to be …
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… and feeling down were just part of life. "I was one of 10 children," Cheryl recalls, "and we didn't really get along … medicine, but I said no. I wanted to try more home remedy-type things. We worked on those ideas and talked about what … medicine, but I said no. I wanted to try more home remedy-type things. We worked on those ideas and talked about what …
