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… vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were immunized … against tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis and polio at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune …
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… who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized against tetanus and diphtheria when they were younger should get a booster dose of the Td vaccine every 10 … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information …
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… the vaccine as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 12 months of age. They receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No … appetite, changes to sleep patterns, crankiness, vomiting, diarrhea or a rash. These reactions are mild and generally …
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… the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the Hib vaccine. It is … Type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) Vaccine Some people 5 years of age and older with certain medical conditions are at high … have a fever or experience drowsiness, fussiness, vomiting, diarrhea, persistent crying and loss of appetite. …
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… as a series of 2 doses. The first is given at 2 months of age, and the second at 12 months. The vaccine is given at … as other childhood immunizations. Men-C Vaccine Child's age at immunization 1st dose 2 months 2nd dose 12 months The … drowsiness, crankiness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or muscle soreness may also occur within …
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… viruses that cause colds or gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea). In addition to LAIV, there are inactivated … at no charge and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Those younger than 2 years of age will need to receive the …
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… It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola … Your child may have other symptoms such as a runny nose, diarrhea, vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not …
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… vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles … (varicella) infection in the past People 18 years of age and older with a weakened immune system can also get the … muscle soreness, fatigue, shivering, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or …
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… as a series of 3 doses. The first dose is at 2 months of age, the second at 4 months and the third at 6 months. They … childhood immunizations. DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine Child's age at immunization 1st dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months 3rd … a fever or experience crankiness, restlessness, vomiting, diarrhea, persistent crying or a loss of appetite. These …
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… sexual assault Newborns and infants less than 12 months of age whose mothers have hepatitis B Newborns whose mothers … was given. Headache, fever, nausea, sore muscles or joints, diarrhea or allergic reactions (hives or swelling) may also … The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With risk factors …
