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… polio vaccine is mostly given as a booster dose to adults who had a series of polio vaccine in childhood and … at increased risk of exposure to polio virus. Examples of adults at increased risk include those who will be working …
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… cause physical reactions. These reactions include increased heart rate, less oxygen to the heart and constricted blood vessels that increase blood pressure and make the heart work harder. In the long term, people exposed to …
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… may damage your lung function and increase your risk of heart disease and cancer. Most vapes contain nicotine and … higher health risks, including: Various cancers Pulmonary heart disease Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Even if … carbon monoxide than cigarettes. They increase the risk of: Heart disease Emphysema Chronic bronchitis What are the …
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… and the Take Home Naloxone (THN) program, visit: Toward the Heart https://towardtheheart.com/ Toward the Heart – Harm Reduction Best Practices: Needle Distribution …
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… antibodies after getting the vaccine than older teens or adults. This provides long-lasting protection against HPV … to be protected. Children 15 years of age and older, adults, and those with weakened immune systems need 3 doses …
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… or call 8-1-1 for advice. Rare cases of inflammation of the heart (myocarditis and pericarditis) have been reported … provider if you: Were diagnosed with inflammation of the heart (myocarditis or pericarditis) by a physician after a … with certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. For some people, symptoms of …
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… if you feel dizzy, faint, have a rapid pulse, irregular heartbeat, stomach pain, or tingling in your feet and hands. … not in use. Children are at higher risk of overheating than adults. Keep small children, especially infants, out of hot …
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… fever virus, such as certain researchers and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of age and older can receive … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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… or call 8-1-1 for advice. Rare cases of inflammation of the heart (myocarditis and pericarditis) have been reported … provider if you: Were diagnosed with inflammation of the heart (myocarditis or pericarditis) by a physician after a … with certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. For some people, symptoms of …
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