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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 … October, everyone 6 months and older can get an updated influenza (flu) and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time. For … Facts about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12d) …
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… Influenza ("flu") season Last updated October 9, 2024 … generally in the late fall and winter months. Flu vaccines are free for everyone 6 months and older. It's … about influenza vaccinations, click on the links below. Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12d) …
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… asthma are at higher risk for serious problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. It is recommended that people … diseases. For more information about vaccines see: Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12d) Pertussis …
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… VictimLink BC Help for Victims of Elder Abuse and Neglect Seniors Abuse & Information Line If you are an older adult … or mistreated. For more information about SAIL, visit Seniors First BC. SAIL – Seniors Abuse and Information Line SeniorsBC If you are an …
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… means cooler weather, shorter days, the start of cold and flu season, and a return to school for kids. Our children … When you get vaccinated, you help protect others as well. Vaccines are very safe for you and your family. It is much … routine childhood immunizations, travel vaccinations and flu vaccinations, see our Vaccinations Health Feature and …
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… are similar to other respiratory illnesses, including the flu and the common cold. Protect yourself and your community … you stay protected. For information on getting a COVID-19 vaccine, please visit: Government of British Columbia: … to how you manage other respiratory infections like influenza (flu). Stay home if you feel sick and take …
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… the community. The protection from infection that COVID-19 vaccines provide decreases over time, particularly in older … Acute bronchitis Asthma Coronavirus (COVID-19) Croup Influenza (seasonal flu) Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection Sinusitis …
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… Government of Canada: Is your community flood ready Seniors as Emergency Response Volunteers (HealthLinkBC File … Government of British Columbia: What happens during a flood Seniors as Emergency Response Volunteers (HealthLinkBC File …
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… These include injuries related to: Falls (especially among seniors) Transportation Workplaces Physical activity … maintaining your strength and balance. To learn more, see: Seniors' falls can be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) …
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… in a motor vehicle Never drive when you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol Take precautions to avoid slips … For more information on how to reduce the chances of seniors getting a concussion, visit: Are You at Risk of Falling? Preventing Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # 78) …
