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… risk of serious illness from influenza. This includes: All children 2 years to less than 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical … might be contacted to participate in a study monitoring the safety of the vaccine. To learn more about the study please …
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… Reye syndrome is a rare disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It often occurs in children who have, or recently had, a viral infection such … child’s life. Treatment includes reducing brain swelling, preventing damage to the liver and other organs and …
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… can pass the infection to their baby during a vaginal childbirth. What are the symptoms? Most people never have … can also decrease the chance of spreading it to others by preventing the virus from multiplying. To ease discomfort … your chance of getting an STI see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Image …
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… is prepared from donated human blood that is tested for safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to … 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 …
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… BC regional office in your area: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/contact-us . How can I manage … more information For more information on becoming a Public Safety Lifeline Volunteer, visit: … preparedness, visit PreparedBC: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc . … Seniors as …
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… from donated human blood that has been tested to ensure its safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to … 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 …
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… water supply/source You are travelling in an area where the safety of the water is questionable You have a weakened … iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and … Its Effects on Drinking Water Quality HealthLinkBC File #56 Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened …
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… Why is hand washing important? Washing your hands and your child’s hands is the best way to stop the spread of germs. … other objects in our daily lives carry germs. Wiping your child’s nose or changing a diaper is a common way to get … wash my hands? To properly wash your hands, or your child’s hands, follow the steps below: Remove rings or other …
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… preparedness, visit: PreparedBC: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc Canadian Red Cross: …
