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… of the eyelid. Who is most at risk from UV radiation? Children who are frequently in the sun are vulnerable to the … bed use starts before 35 years of age. In British Columbia, children under the age of 18 are banned from using tanning … not covered by clothing or a hat. Do not use sunscreen on children younger than 6 months. How can I protect my eyes? …
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… to arrive. The program provides training in overdose prevention, recognition and first aid response. This … in THN training? Training includes learning about overdose prevention, how to recognize an opioid overdose and how to … For more information about overdose recognition and prevention, the BCTHN program, and FNHA’s nasal naloxone …
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… the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were immunized against tetanus, diphtheria, … these diseases. The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, …
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… risk? People at higher risk of getting sick are: Young children (5 years of age and under) Older adults Pregnant … groups should not sell or serve unpasteurized juice. Children on field trips to farms or farm markets should not … juice and cider products to those most at risk (young children 5 years of age or under, pregnant people, the …
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… vaccine that was previously offered to students in grade 6. Children should get the meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate … The Tdap vaccine offered in grade 9 is a booster dose for children who were immunized against these diseases at a … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… liquid. Fire retardants are nitrogen-based and contain small amounts of additives that help suppress fires. If you … or foams that get into drinking water sources is very small, and levels drop quickly over time. Foams typically …