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… Poor indoor air quality may cause headaches, tiredness, coughing, sneezing, sinus congestion, shortness of breath, … irritate the skin, eyes, nose or throat. Allergy or asthma symptoms could get worse. Poor indoor air quality is caused … Biological contaminants can cause infections and allergic symptoms. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #65b …
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… of water (e.g. bathtub). ‘Non-swimmers’ and young children (0-12 years old) need constant supervision by a responsible adult. Keep small children within arm’s reach of a responsible person (at … a reusable or disposable swim diaper Wait 48 hours after symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, open sore(s), bandages, …
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… swelling or redness where the vaccine was given. Some children may experience fever, fussiness or fatigue. … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or … are infected with hepatitis B virus, they often do not have symptoms but most will stay infected for life. This is why …
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… is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms include sudden stomach pain, diarrhea, fever, … elderly, infants, and those with a weakened immune system. Children are most likely to get the infection. Symptoms usually occur within 6 to 72 hours and last 4 to 7 …
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… A mother may also transmit malaria to her unborn infant. Symptoms of malaria can include: Headache Abdominal … who survive repeated or lengthy episodes of malaria as children will have some immunity to infection. However, this … develop a fever within 1 year of your return home, or other symptoms such as constant headaches, muscle aches and …
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… you are prepared. How do I protect myself and others? Teach children to never touch used needles, syringes or condoms, … changing diapers After handling blood or body fluids After coughing or sneezing For more information For more …
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… is provided as 2 doses given at least 6 months apart. Children with a weakened immune system need 3 doses of the … best when it is given before being exposed to the virus Children in grade 6 only need 2 doses of the vaccine to be … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or …
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… as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or … HPV? Most people infected with HPV do not show any signs or symptoms and can pass the virus on to others without even …
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… risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or … is not prevented by immunization soon after exposure. Symptoms of rabies include headache, fever, increased …
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… pollution? Short-term health impacts include: Worsening symptoms of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased … most likely to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such … disease (COPD) People who are pregnant and their unborn children How can I protect my health against particle …
