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… Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections On this page: Overview … over open blisters. Wash your child's hands often. Distract your child when you find him or her scratching. Use … over open blisters. Wash your child's hands often. Distract your child when you find him or her scratching. Use …
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… Sexually Transmitted Infections: Treatment On this page: Overview Related … to others. Sexually Transmitted Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: … to others. Sexually Transmitted Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: …
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… the rash may not appear at all, or it may look different in adults Some people may only have pain in their joints, … feet or knees and no other symptoms. This is more common in adults, especially women. The joint pain usually lasts one … it is caused by a virus. Antibiotics only work against infections caused by bacteria. The following home treatment …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … first 3 months of life, babies are not always able to fight infections, so they need to be seen sooner than older babies … and Wellness. … How to take a temperature Children and adults …
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… Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults On this page: Overview Overview … are already moist. More moisture can lead to rashes and infections. A humidifier may help prevent dry skin. Make … are already moist. More moisture can lead to rashes and infections. A humidifier may help prevent dry skin. Make …
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… Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File … health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from people they rely on or trust. Abuse of older adults can occur at home, in the community, or in …
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… Grief: Helping Older Adults With Grief Actionset Overview Older adults may not experience or express grief in the same way as other adults. Older adults often have many major losses within a …
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… Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults On this page: Overview … substance use disorder happens only to teens and younger adults. But people of all ages can have this disorder, including older adults. Older adults may use drugs, misuse prescription or …
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… Physical activity and nutrition for older adults Last updated January 27, 2025 Overview Eating well … well as you age: Healthy eating and healthy aging for adults (Healthlink BC File #68j) Healthy eating for seniors … start being physically active! Physical activity for older adults Getting older and staying physically active …
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… Warning Signs of Suicide in Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview … The following warning signs may be present in older adults who have a high risk for suicide: Depression . Older adults have higher rates of depression than the general …
