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… of every 100 people in North America by the time they are adults. What are the symptoms of toxoplasmosis? Most … the infection. Treatment may be required if the eyes or heart is affected or if the infection occurs in people who …
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… can also lead to more complications for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications …
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… have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis vaccine is provided free to grade 9 students in B.C. Adults who were not immunized against pertussis as children …
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… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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… infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or …
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… The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, diphtheria, … in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …
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… heat edema (swelling) Decreased urine output Increased heart rate Skin feels very warm Body temperature above 38°C … normal No tears when crying Dry mouth and tongue Faster heartbeat Shallow breathing (especially with infants) Sunken …
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… these areas. How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and children 2 years of age and older are given 2 … with you in your travels may be a challenge. Cholera Adults and children over 6 years of age are given 2 doses of … see HealthLinkBC File #41c Travel immunizations for adults . Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
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… you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is … as a series of 2 doses, or shots, 7 or 28 days apart for adults. For children under 18, give 2 doses, or shots, 28 … see HealthLinkBC File #41c Travel immunizations for adults . For information on insect bite prevention, visit …
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… the series of doses at least 1 week before you travel. Adults and children 5 years of age and older are given 4 … Typhoid Vaccine Injection Typhoid Vaccine Injection is for adults and children 2 years of age and older. You will … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
