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… as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. … that people born in 1970 or later (1957 for health care workers) get 2 doses of the vaccine. Most people born … as German measles, can cause serious complications and birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye …
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… who become infected with the virus shortly before they give birth may pass the virus to their baby. Newborn babies … Hand, foot and mouth disease can spread easily in child care settings and other places where children are close … carefully practice proper hand hygiene for several weeks or months after your child feels better. For more information …
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… for using repellents with DEET Infants less than 6 months of age . Do not use any repellents that contain DEET. … containing DEET may be considered. Talk with your health care provider about using DEET in this age group if you are … time that you will be outdoors Always read the entire label carefully before use. Follow all of the instructions on the …
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… woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, … born to women who have rubella infection in the first 3 months of pregnancy. CRS is rare because so many women are … a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be immunized after …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese From birth to 6 months, human milk (breast milk) and a daily 400 IU vitamin … have questions about feeding your baby, contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered …
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… there is no reason to stay away from work, school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get … in the baby developing anemia, or in a miscarriage or still birth, although this is rare Babies born to mothers who were … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care …
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… with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not … with HIV) exposure in the work environment (e.g., health care providers or emergency responders) sharing needles, … 6 weeks. In very rare circumstances, it can take up to 3 months to develop antibodies to HIV following infection. …
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… can pass the infection to their baby during a vaginal childbirth. What are the symptoms? Most people never have … a history of herpes, it is important to inform your health care provider. There are steps that can be taken to help … of the herpes sores if you are sexual during an outbreak. Dental dams can also be used as a barrier during oral sex. …
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… out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests … your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of … and finish all the pills. Sexual partners from the last 2 months also need treatment. If you have not had a sexual …
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… One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the health care of children. The Infants Act states that children may … to a medical treatment on their own as long as the health care provider is sure that the treatment is in the child's … including risks and benefits. It is up to the health care provider to assess and ensure the child's understanding …
