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… These infections are called invasive group A streptococcal disease (also known as iGAS). Severe forms of iGAS infection … cause scarlet fever, rheumatic fever and a form of kidney disease called glomerulonephritis. What are the symptoms of … or swelling of the lining of the heart. It is a rare complication of strep throat. Who is at risk of getting group A …
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… What is the Td vaccine? The Td vaccine protects against 2 diseases: Tetanus Diphtheria The vaccine is approved by … the immune system to give better protection against these diseases. Adults who have not been immunized or do not have … and diphtheria, which are serious and sometimes fatal diseases. When you get immunized, you also protect others. …
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… This is a booster dose for children immunized against these diseases at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or … the immune system to give better protection against these diseases. Children who received a booster dose of Tdap … pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can cause …
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… all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives … vaccine? The DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine protects against 5 diseases: Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis (whooping cough) … pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. The bacteria are …
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… typhoid vaccine? The vaccine helps protect against typhoid disease, an infection caused by typhoid bacteria. The … Typhoid vaccine will give you some protection against the disease (it is about 50 to 55 percent effective). However, … any component of the vaccine An immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment A stomach illness with nausea …
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… and red. This is called "pregnancy gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum … your baby healthy. Are x-rays, local anesthetics and medications safe? Dental x-rays and local anesthetics for dental … dentist and/or health care provider to see which medication is safeduring pregnancy. What can I do to keep my …
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… all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives … users and their sexual partners. Those with chronic liver disease, hepatitis C, or a liver transplant. Those with … It protects against hepatitis B infection and its complications such as permanent liver damage, which can lead to …
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… of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or prescription medication coverage. This is available through the BC Smoking … nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), prescription medication and behavioural coaching. These should be considered … damage your lung function and increase your risk of heart disease and cancer. Most vapes contain nicotine and are as …
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… DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine? This vaccine protects against 6 diseases: Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis (whooping cough) … influenzae type b. These are serious and sometimes fatal diseases. When you get your child immunized, you help … pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can cause …
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… all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives … of the ear or lungs (pneumonia). More serious complications, occurring in 1 person in 1,000, include … About 1 person in 3,000 with measles can die from complications. Mumps causes fever, headaches, and swelling of the …
