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Shingles vaccine

… with a weakened immune system can also get the vaccine. How can I get the shingles vaccine? You can buy the shingles … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care … You cannot get shingles from someone who has shingles. However, it is possible for someone who has not had …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … area, making the spray block appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated … health effects and allergic-type reactions. Results show no increase in illnesses reported by health care …

West Nile virus

… and transmit the virus. Some of these are present in B.C. However, the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. … risk of WNV infection in people in B.C. is considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents … me? The risk of infection from handling birds is very low; however, you should not use your bare hands to handle wild …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… as fine and gross motor skills, and thinking skills such as how to do things or how things work. Your child and play As … experts recommend that parents support and encourage their children to play as follows: Play actively – toddlers need … Try dancing, skipping, jumping or running Play with other children when possible to help develop social skills such as …

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is given to children as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at … of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. For children who also need protection against chickenpox … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as children. If you think that you have not received the … are considered immune. Mumps is generally a mild disease. However, complications, including encephalitis, are more … of the vaccine series. Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. It can cause serious disease, including …

Hepatitis B immune globulin

… infections could be passed on through the use of HBIg. However, since blood screening and testing began, there have … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… of life, your child’s behavior communicates their needs and how they are changing and growing. Listening to your child’s … repeats sounds, or babbles Mimics simple actions of other children or people Shows strong feelings and emotions about … person, thing, or sound Enjoys playing alone and near other children By 36 months, enjoys pretend play with others May …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care … symptoms and can pass the virus on to others without even knowing it. Most often an HPV infection will clear on its …

Safe sleeping for babies

… his or her back, in a safety approved crib beside your bed. However, bedsharing is a common practice for many families … reduce the risk of falls or the baby becoming trapped Older children and pets should not be in the bed If the adults …