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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis A vaccine? The hepatitis A vaccine … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of the hepatitis A vaccine? The … or the local emergency number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… important that every baby have a newborn hearing screening. What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing … after birth and with your baby resting quietly or asleep. What can I do if I think my child is not hearing well? … around the ear An object in the ear An injury to the ear What hearing tests will my child receive? If your child …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is West Nile virus? West Nile virus (WNV) is a disease … if they are bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus. What are the symptoms of West Nile virus? Most people … other symptoms of WNV, contact your health care provider. What is the treatment for West Nile virus? Many of the …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hepatitis B immune globulin? Hepatitis B immune … visit HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . What are the benefits of hepatitis B immune globulin? HBIg … or the local emergency number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are … Runoff from landfills, septic fields and sewer pipes What is an outbreak? When many people get sick from an … spread by food, or directly from other people or animals. What are the symptoms of waterborne infections? Many people …
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… the water is questionable You have a weakened immune system What is the best way to disinfect water? Boiling water is … chlorine tablets, follow the directions on the package What if the water is heavily contaminated or polluted with … You must find an alternate safe potable source of water. What if the water is cloudy or murky? Cloudy water can …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The Tdap-IPV vaccine protects … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of Tdap-IPV vaccine? The Tdap-IPV … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is insect repellent? Insect repellent is a spray or … can also cause serious illnesses, such as West Nile virus. What is West Nile virus? West Nile virus, also known as WNV, … Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File #88 West Nile virus . What is DEET? DEET is the common name for …
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… their vaccine record at www.immunizationrecord.gov.bc.ca/ . What is the HPV vaccine? The HPV vaccine provides protection … adults, and those with weakened immune systems need 3 doses What is HPV and who can get it? HPV is a very common virus … number. It is important to report all serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the … as scrapes, cold sores, insect bites or patches of eczema. What are the symptoms? A child with impetigo will have a … personal items such as combs or brushes with anyone else. What if I think my child has impetigo? If you think your …
