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… protect yourself and your family, but others as well. Many vaccines are provided free as part of your child's routine … 6 months and older can get an updated influenza (flu) and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time. For information on … below. BCCDC: Influenza Facts about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine …
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… Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Last updated October 9, 2024 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. Symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to other respiratory illnesses, …
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… generally in the late fall and winter months. Flu vaccines are free for everyone 6 months and older. It's … other respiratory illnesses including the common cold and COVID-19. If you are sick, stay home until your fever is … are and more, see Facts about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) . Who should get an influenza …
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… preventing the spread of communicable diseases, including COVID-19, for students and parents, school staff and school … When you get vaccinated, you help protect others as well. Vaccines are very safe for you and your family. It is much … call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian or email a HealthLinkBC dietitian . Stay active Don’t let the shorter …
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… healthy lifestyle habits this school year. On this page: COVID-19 safe schools Featured topics Your health authority … about the routine immunizations offered in B.C.: Childhood Vaccines are Safe (HealthLinkBC File #50c) Grade 6 Immunizations in B.C. …
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… levels in the community. The protection from infection that COVID-19 vaccines provide decreases over time, particularly in older … to help families decide if their child needs emergency care HealthLinkBC File #99 How to take a temperature: Children …
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… and how to prevent spreading measles to others. Measles (HealthLinkBC File #14b) Measles (rubeola) Measles rash Measles vaccines The vaccines that protect against the measles are … and more. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #14a) Measles, mumps, rubella and …
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… is the best way to protect against pertussis. The pertussis vaccines are provided in combination with other vaccines … the link below to learn more. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) (HealthLinkBC File #15c) Vaccination against Pertussis The … Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Polio (Tdap-IPV) Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #15a) Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, …
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… in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality (HealthLinkBC File Number #65a) Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution (HealthLinkBC File #65e) Tips for reducing indoor pollutants … that people with asthma and their loved ones get vaccines to reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. …
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… severe problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines can reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. … visit: Influenza (flu) season Pertussis (whooping cough) (HealthLinkBC File #15c) Shingles vaccine (HealthLinkBC File # 111) Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine …
