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… loss of the ability to hear that happens as people get older. It affects both ears. It starts with problems hearing … be affected as well. This kind of hearing loss affects most older adults to some degree. The most frequent cause of …
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… hazards, especially for children younger than 3. An older baby or young child can fall headfirst into the water … hazards, especially for children younger than 3. An older baby or young child can fall headfirst into the water …
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… Bladder control problems are very common, especially among older adults. They usually don't cause major health problems, but … only a small amount of urine. Some women may have no warning before they accidentally leak urine. Other women may …
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… control pills might increase your risk if you smoke and are older than 35 or if you have a family history of … 9-1-1 or other emergency services right away if you have signs of a stroke. These include: Sudden numbness, tingling, … severe headache that is different from past headaches. Signs of a TIA (transient ischemic attack) are similar to …
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… have fulminant hepatitis are more likely to recover than older adults or people who have chronic liver disease. Related … have fulminant hepatitis are more likely to recover than older adults or people who have chronic liver disease. …
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… healthy people. But it can often be life-threatening in older adults, people who have other diseases, and pregnant women. … healthy people. But it can often be life-threatening in older adults, people who have other diseases, and pregnant …
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… disease . Colon polyps or colorectal cancer , especially in older adults. It is important to find and treat these as early as … disease . Colon polyps or colorectal cancer , especially in older adults. It is important to find and treat these as …
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… stroke. A heat-related illness can be more serious for: Older adults, who may not notice excessive heat, do not sweat as … stroke. A heat-related illness can be more serious for: Older adults, who may not notice excessive heat, do not …
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… too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than adults. Often you must look at your or your child's other … fever, see: Body Temperature . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger . … fever, see: Body Temperature . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger . …