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… further reduce the risk of passing the virus to your baby. Breastfeeding or chestfeeding is safe for your baby if your … to get tested for HBV. If they do not have the virus, they should receive the HBV vaccine Individuals who have tested …
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… mosquitoes. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? If you are travelling to or working … symptomatic HIV/AIDS or other causes If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Exceptions may be made during an outbreak …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … information, see HealthLinkBC File #25d Protecting Your Baby against Hepatitis B at Birth . It is important to keep … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, including … (you have not had the disease or been immunized), you should get the MMR vaccine, and then wait 1 month before … as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be immunized after your pregnancy, preferably before …
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… who gets fifth disease can pass it to their developing baby. The disease can also be spread through blood or blood … infected with parvovirus B19 or if you are immune. What should you do if you or your child has been exposed to fifth … child has been exposed to someone with fifth disease, you should watch for cold-like symptoms over the next 4 to 20 …
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… pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not spread by: … infection Coughing or sneezing Through water or food What should I do if I have been exposed to hepatitis B virus? See … has cleared you, you could spread HBV infection. See “ What should I do if I have an HBV infection? ”, below, to learn …
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… In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking … cool, soapy water and rinse off before and after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, … tip with petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) Place your baby on their back with their knees bent Gently insert the …
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… B virus. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine is provided … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age …
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… from landing on and biting your skin. Insect repellent should be used when you are outdoors to protect against … There is no evidence that DEET poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant …
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… Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your … plans, recreational activities, medical needs, and what you should pack in your travel health kit Contact your local …
