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Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… every 6 months. The vaccine will start offering protection about 1 week after taking the last dose. The travel clinic … vaccine? Reactions are usually mild and temporary. The most common reactions are stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea and … Symptoms can begin suddenly and last 3 to 5 days. The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water …

Japanese encephalitis vaccine

… a long period of time, talk to your health care provider about the risks of Japanese encephalitis. Discuss the … safer to get the vaccine than to get Japanese encephalitis. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, … headache, rash, muscle pain and feeling unwell are also common. Rare reactions include mild encephalitis, dizziness …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… Offer your child 3 small meals and 2 to 3 snacks at about the same time each day. This will help them build … Information for children ages 5 and under If you have questions about your child’s food intake, call 8-1-1 to speak to a …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… bacteria may be killed. C. diff bacteria are not killed by common antibiotics and continue to grow, which may cause you … can cause damage to the cells in the intestines. The most common symptom of C. diff infection is diarrhea. In fact, it …

COVID-19 protein subunit vaccine

… is not a live virus vaccine and cannot give you COVID-19. Common reactions to the vaccine may include tenderness, … mild and generally last one to 2 days. If you have concerns about any symptoms you develop after receiving the vaccine, … hospitalization and may die. Serious illness is more common in those who are older and those with certain chronic …

Vitamin D and your health

… pharmacist, or your health care provider if you have questions about the type or amount of supplement that's best for you. …

Calcium and your health

… pharmacist, or your health care provider if you have questions about the right amount and type of supplement that is best …

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… and older children for routine immunizations. If you have questions about where your child's immunizations will be given, talk …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… They are predictable and preventable. Fear of falling is common, but restricting physical activity and movement to … 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk assessment and management. How can someone … fractures Get a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year Common causes of vision impairment among older adults are …

Grade 9 immunizations in BC

… problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die. Pertussis , … die. What are the possible reactions after these vaccines? Common reactions may include soreness, redness and swelling … in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In rare cases, GBS can …