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… a very rare risk of intussusception (a blockage of the intestine) has been seen in the week after the first dose of … may include a swollen abdomen, frequent vomiting, and bloody stools. Your baby could seem weak and irritable and … pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune …
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… Chewing and swallowing information includes: The type of diet or texture-modified food Thickness of liquids …
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… by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the bloodstream. The best way to prevent malaria is to avoid … vaccine . The current vaccine only protects against one type of bacteria that causes traveller’s diarrhea. Following … right away if your child develops signs of: Dehydration Bloody diarrhea Diarrhea accompanied by a high fever, or …
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… experience mixed feelings, conflict and tension. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? Abuse …
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… the day. Be allergy aware Some schools have rules about the types of foods that can be brought to the classroom to …
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… and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with blood or body fluids: Protecting against infection …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Although there are more than 20 types of rodents in British Columbia, only 3 cause common …
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… with these key nutrients. Iron Iron helps the body make red blood cells, which is important for growth and brain … yogurt Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 helps keep nerves and red blood cells healthy. It’s only found naturally in animal …
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… health unit for information on recreational water quality testing. Take a first aid course Take a first aid course …
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… cycle as parasites in the bodies of water snails and in the blood stream of aquatic mammals, ducks or other waterfowl. …