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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find … How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and children 2 years of age and older are given 2 doses of the …
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… get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where … and behind the knees. Have someone help you check young children Regularly check household pets that go into tall …
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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find … of doses at least 1 week before you travel. Adults and children 5 years of age and older are given 4 doses of the …
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… remember the three T’s and follow these simple steps: Trip planning Plan your travel route Know the terrain and … not attempt to feed or touch any wild animals. Take special care to avoid contact with any animal that appears to be … health and safety: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun Safety for Children HealthLinkBC File #47 Cyanobacteria Blooms …
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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks … vaccines are not covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP). You can check with your local travel clinic to … receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is given as a …
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… received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A … not able to receive the hepatitis A vaccine. This includes children less than 6 months of age and some people with … MMR vaccine. These include: •Pregnant individuals or those planning to become pregnant •Infants less than 12 months of …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while … If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to your health care provider about your trip. Ask your doctor for a letter … safety please visit HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children Safe sex Always use a condom for sexual …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food … 2% milk and plain fortified soy beverage. Other fortified plant-based beverages such as almond and oat often have less … to serve meals and snacks at about the same time every day. Children who graze all day may not learn how it feels to be …
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… People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities People with underlying … People 5 years of age and older should get one dose. Children 6 months to 4 years of age and people with weakened … and those with certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. For some people, …
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… isfree as part of routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the chickenpox vaccine? Children get the chickenpox vaccine as a series of 2 doses. … months Have active untreated tuberculosis Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Women should avoid becoming …
