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… File #23b Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines . Who should get the vaccine? In B.C., the Men-B vaccine is … care provider for more information. It is important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the … 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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… Nitrate is colourless, tasteless and odorless. Nitrate should not be confused with nitrite. Nitrite can also be … and exposure to nitrate in drinking water. What precautions should be taken for babies or women who are pregnant? The … the guideline levels of nitrate in drinking water. To help keep your family safe: Have your well water tested for …
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… Head lice will not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare … household members do as well. All members of the household should be checked on the same day, and those with lice … carefully follow the directions for use on the label and keep the products out of the reach of young children. After …
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… the loss of property and displacement. This is the time to keep track of your physical and mental health. Seek support … if you feel you are not able to continue to volunteer. Should everyone volunteer in an emergency? Everyone has a …
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… stress, hunger and becoming accustomed to humans. What should I do if I have been exposed to rabies? If a bat or … or scratches you, you may have been exposed to rabies. You should do the following: Wash the wound well with soap and … to vaccinate your cat, dog or ferret against rabies and keep it up to date. Even indoor cats should be vaccinated as …
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… How can I protect my child from sun exposure? Try to keep toddlers and children out of the sun during the peak … active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing … every hour or so. Never leave your child alone in the car. Should I protect my child’s eyes from the sun? Yes. The same …
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… of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and muscles strong Build a healthy immune … can help you make healthier choices more often. What foods should I eat? Healthy eating patterns such as Canada’s food … dried beans, peas and lentils, and nuts and seeds. What should I drink? Water is the best choice to quench your …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine? Babies get the … age, the second at 4 months and the third at 6 months. They should get this vaccine at the same time as other childhood … type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) vaccine . It is important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the …
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… anytime to talk with a registered nurse. What can you do to keep safe? Keep a cool space Turn on air conditioning (AC) if you have … who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked by their midwife, doctor, or obstetrician. …
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… visit Tanning Beds: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/keeping-bc-healthy-safe/pses-mpes/tanning-beds . Will … 98 per cent and SPF 100 blocks 99 per cent. Sunscreen should also be “broad spectrum,” which means it screens both … 30 lip balm and reapply it every hour. How much sunscreen should I apply? To get the best protection, you need to …
