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… otitis media). Young children have a high risk of ear infections, because their eustachian tubes are shorter and … more easily blocked than the tubes in older children and adults. What are the symptoms? Blocked eustachian tubes can … blow while holding your nose shut. Ear Infections Travel Health Current as of: March 1, …
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… Overview Overview Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections spread by sexual contact. This includes genital … won't make them go away. Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) STIs can be spread by people who don't …
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… which adds calories. They also may contain guarana plant extract (which is similar to caffeine), taurine (an amino acid ), and vitamins. Are energy drinks safe for adults? The main ingredient in energy drinks is caffeine. … which adds calories. They also may contain guarana plant extract (which is similar to caffeine), taurine (an amino acid …
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… activity for youth Last updated January 9, 2013 Some teenagers become less active as they grow - partly because …
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… 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08h Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … or if you have any signs of a skin infection. Skin infections can be caused by frequent scratching. What should … Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on to your partner(s). The more partners you …
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… usually takes about 6 to 9 months to treat TB. But some TB infections need to be treated for up to 2 years. … immune system . The immune system may be weakened in older adults, newborns, women who are pregnant or have recently … infected kidney or repair the kidney or other parts of the urinary system. TB infection of the joints. You may need …
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… put you at increased risk Talking openly with your kids, teenagers, and adult children about drug use and the … and mental health services for children, adolescents and adults across the province. To learn more see BC Mental …
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… can usually be treated at home. But some people, like older adults and babies, may need to go to the hospital. What … also lower your chances of getting pneumonia by avoiding infections such as COVID-19, a cold, and the flu. You may … also lower your chances of getting pneumonia by avoiding infections such as COVID-19, a cold, and the flu. You may …
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… may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) … (such as trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate, urinary retention) This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or … (such as trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate, urinary retention) This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or …
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… Your Child Stay Safe and Healthy Protecting Your Child From Infections Taking Your Child to Routine Doctor Visits Sleep: … Your Child Stay Safe and Healthy Protecting Your Child From Infections Taking Your Child to Routine Doctor Visits Sleep: …
