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… your health care provider to make an appointment. In early childhood, immunization for tetanus and diphtheria is … and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these as infants and toddlers. They get a … vaccine? Speak with a health care provider if you or your child has had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose …
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… conjugate vaccine? The vaccine is provided free to children in grade 9. The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… 1 to 2 days. Reactions, including fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given with other routine childhood vaccines. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the … you might pass the virus to your baby during pregnancy or childbirth. However, this chance is mostly eliminated if you … done in many developing countries. Parents or guardians of children born in or adopted from these countries should …
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… and rub your hands together to create lather. To help children wash their hands, sing the alphabet song Rinse …
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… way to improve oral health for everyone. Studies show that children who drink fluoridated water can expect up to 35 … drink non-fluoridated water. By using fluoridated water, children develop strong teeth. As adults, they will have …
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