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… in grade 6 because: The vaccine works better at a younger age. Preteens make more antibodies after getting the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection … doses of the vaccine to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with weakened immune …
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… . Are newer vaccines safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how … for Immunizations (#50h) Immunizations at 2 months of age (#50i) Immunizations at 12 months of age (#50j) … Childhood vaccines are safe …
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… vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were immunized … these diseases. The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against … a cut or scrape, they produce a poison that can cause painful tightening of muscles all over the body. It is very …
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… the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with a case of … fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given with other routine …
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… who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized against tetanus and … a cut or scrape, they produce a poison that can cause painful tightening of muscles all over the body. It is very …
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… is also provided free to individuals 19 to 26 years of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender or … but not provided free, for: Females 19-45 years of age Males 19 to 26 years of age Males 27 years of age and older who have sex with males The HPV vaccines are given as …
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… at no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. The vaccine is especially recommended for people who … include: Children 6 months to less than 5 years of age Pregnant people at any stage of pregnancy Seniors 65 …
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… the vaccine as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 12 months of age. They receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No … properly, or who have cancer Individuals 5 years of age and older with HIV infection or who have had a stem cell …
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… the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the Hib vaccine. It is … Type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) Vaccine Some people 5 years of age and older with certain medical conditions are at high risk of …
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… as a series of 2 doses. The first is given at 2 months of age, and the second at 12 months. The vaccine is given at … as other childhood immunizations. Men-C Vaccine Child's age at immunization 1st dose 2 months 2nd dose 12 months The … sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities …
