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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 or drowsy or … may cause agitation/excitement instead of drowsiness. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this …
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… In WPW, the extra electrical pathway is called a bypass tract because it bypasses the AV node. So the AV node cannot … they do, the electrical impulses can travel down the bypass tract and cause the heart to beat at rates of more than 250 … In WPW, the extra electrical pathway is called a bypass tract because it bypasses the AV node. So the AV node cannot …
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… these diseases. The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, diphtheria, … of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some …
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… is now preferred over DEET for children 6 months and older. In Canada, products containing more than 10% DEET are … children because they become dehydrated more quickly than adults. It is essential to drink extra fluids as soon as … File #99 How to take a temperature: Children and adults Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
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… of intimidation, stress, fear, or other problems. Having older siblings. Younger children may begin to talk slightly later than their older brothers or sisters did. However, having one or more older siblings does not cause significant speech and …
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… mild, severe disease can occur. Some of the most common infections that can spread from animals to humans include: … calves and lambs are more likely to carry germs compared to older animals. What can you do to reduce the risk of disease … the petting zoo or open farm Make sure there are enough adults to supervise children Teach your child how to wash …
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… find it helpful if you are worried about the safety of an older adult driver. Key points to remember As you get older, … early when you know you'll need to stop soon. Avoid distractions such as eating, listening to the radio, having … I want, when I want. So I took the driver course for older adults. I did okay. I passed. But I'm a careful driver. I …
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… Remember that younger children may eat smaller amounts than adults. Although paying attention to portion sizes is … they show interest. Teach them simple, healthy recipes. Let older children help you with shopping. Use it as a chance to … they show interest. Teach them simple, healthy recipes. Let older children help you with shopping. Use it as a chance to …
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… (IV) feedings . These include babies whose gastrointestinal tract can't yet digest properly or is affected by … formula. Breast milk provides better immunity to dangerous infections, nutrient absorption, digestive function, and … (IV) feedings . These include babies whose gastrointestinal tract can't yet digest properly or is affected by …
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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 … infected kidney or repair the kidney or other parts of the urinary system. TB infection of the joints. You may need …
