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… Ig. However, since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, … hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… or travel clinic staff for advice before travelling. What should I bring? Insect repellant containing DEET or Icaridin … car seat. They may be able to use it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel by air with my baby? Do not … ensures long-lasting immunity. Infants and young children should not receive some vaccines. Contact your doctor, …
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… Polio Vaccine (IPV), is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the polio vaccine? The inactivated polio vaccine … who may be exposed to human feces (stool). People who have not been immunized and may be exposed to polio virus, for example through work or travel, should also get the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of …
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… chickenpox. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended … for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a live virus shingles vaccine. You should wait at least 1 year before getting Shingrix® if you …
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… may last days, weeks, months or all year, and can even grow during winter when water may be covered in snow or has … by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during recreational activities (swimming, boating or … HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …
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… File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 13) vaccine . Who should get the vaccine? The vaccine is free for people at … provider to find out if you need a second dose and when you should get it. It is important to keep a record of all … Speak with your health care provider if you or your child have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of …
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… Who should get the vaccine? Influenza vaccines are available at … who are at high risk of serious illness from influenza should also get the vaccine. A list of those at high risk of … need 1 dose of vaccine. Children 2 to 8 years of age who have never received an influenza vaccine need 2 doses given …
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… yourself and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my hands? To properly wash your … clean your hands as long as they are not visibly dirty. How should I wash my baby’s hands? To properly wash your baby’s … spread of germs to others when washing: Each child should have their own labeled clean cloth to wipe their hands and …
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… use of TIg. Since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, … hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If you choose … container, usually no bigger than 90mL. Energy shots can have up to 200mg of caffeine per container. The same … of certain vitamins and minerals can harm health. Who should avoid energy drinks? Children, teens, people who are …
