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… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and … aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine each … shorter time compared to influenza infection. When should seniors get the influenza vaccine? …
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… 12d Influenza (Flu) Series What is the inactivated … and diarrhea). Several different influenza vaccines are available in B.C., including a … approved by Health Canada. In B.C., influenza vaccines are usually available beginning in …
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… Myths and facts about influenza and influenza immunization Myth: Influenza is not a serious … Myths and facts about influenza and influenza immunization Myth: Influenza is not a serious …
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… 66 Why is immunization important for health care … at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your … you and your family and friends. What routine immunizations are recommended in B.C.? The …
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… 12e Influenza (Flu) Series What is the live … to LAIV, there are inactivated influenza vaccines available in B.C. The inactivated vaccines are made of killed influenza viruses …
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… vaccinations, you can help protect yourself and your loved ones. Immunization … or shingles disease, confirmed by a lab test, at 1 year of age or older do not need … a routine vaccination appointment for yourself or your children. Timing of vaccines The …
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… Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an … in the late fall and winter months. Flu vaccines are free for everyone 6 months and … stay home until your fever is gone to help prevent the spread of the flu or other …
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… 12b Influenza (Flu) Series What is influenza? … or epidemic influenza activity. How can you prevent influenza? You can reduce the risk of … hands Getting an influenza vaccine can help prevent you from getting sick with influenza …
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… Immunization is the best way to protect your … it, your child could get very sick. Thanks to immunization, many diseases are no longer … of shots begin at two months of age. Some immunizations are only given once or twice, …
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… Condition Overview What is influenza (flu)? Influenza (flu) is a viral … 2 days of your first symptoms. Can the flu be prevented? You can help prevent the flu by … of myths they believe about the flu or the vaccines. These include beliefs that the flu …
