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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is the live attenuated influenza vaccine? The live … vaccine does not protect against other viruses that cause colds or gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea). In … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You …
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… Document Tagalog Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is heat-related illness? Too much heat can be harmful to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body … heat stroke) Seizures Unconsciousness/coma Who is at higher risk of heat-related illness? Some people are at increased …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is listeriosis? Listeriosis is a rare but potentially … pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who is at risk of infection? Most people exposed to Listeria do not … of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older adult, or have a …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are HIV and AIDS? The human immunodeficiency virus … having vaginal or anal sex without using a condom (the risk increases if either person has another sexually transmitted … is not recommended for mothers living with HIV) exposure in the work environment (e.g., health care …
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… water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an alternate source such as … the water is questionable You have a weakened immune system What is the best way to disinfect water? Boiling water is … stand for another 15 minutes If the water is cloudy, or colder than 10˚C (50˚F), double the amount of bleach added. …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure, also known as … is a seizure caused by a fever. They can occur when your child has a fever of 38ºC (100.4ºF) or higher. During a … cause a fever include common childhood illnesses such as a cold, the flu, an ear infection, or roseola. Rarely, …
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… eating, chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper … contribute to the health and safety of persons in care. What is a care plan? Care plans help to communicate the care … All care plans must be reviewed at least once each year. What are some signs of difficulties chewing and swallowing? …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines? Meningococcal … people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B vaccine? The Men-B vaccine protects … old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is … There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns …
