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… adults. They may not know the words angry, sad, happy or scared, but they will experience these feelings. Value … include: Whenever possible, give your child choices Try to plan your day around a routine that works for your child … the first visit to the dentist. Also, tell you child in advance if their routine is going to change. For example, …
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… to prepare and store it safely to protect your baby. What are the different types of infant formula? There are 3 … used bottle. How can I feed my baby away from home? If you plan to be away for 2 hours or less, put prepared formula in … have questions about feeding your baby, contact your health care provider, a public health nurse or a lactation …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Hantavirus pulmonary … HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral … metre deep, burn them, or deposit them in the trash. If you plan to reuse the traps, disinfect them with a mixture of 1 …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine? The … including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities The vaccine is also free … heart or lung disease An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or a cochlear (inner ear) implant, or those who are …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … to get hepatitis B. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, swelling or redness where the vaccine was …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the polio vaccine (IPV)? The polio vaccine protects … to polio virus. Examples of adults at increased risk include those who will be working or traveling in an area of the world where polio still occurs and health care workers, including laboratory workers, who may be …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is toxic shock syndrome? Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is … to them. What are the symptoms of TSS? Symptoms of TSS include flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache and muscle … cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I …
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… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease … if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. … health care provider. Symptoms of TB disease in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the PCV 13 vaccine? The PCV 13 vaccine protects … your child’s routine immunizations. Speak with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV … heart or lung disease An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or a cochlear (inner ear) implant, or are waiting for …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B vaccine? The Men-B vaccine protects … when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is important to keep … get meningococcal disease. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was …
