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… Immune Globulin Last updated March 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 63 Download PDF Document English … antibodies taken from human blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune system makes to fight germs, such as viruses or bacteria. Health Canada has approved Ig. Is immune …
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… Pinkeye (conjunctivitis) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 82 Download PDF Document English … the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. It is usually caused by a virus or bacteria, and can spread easily to other … Sometimes pinkeye can be a more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. …
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… Yersiniosis Last updated March 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 77 Download PDF Document English … is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Yersinia . How is yersiniosis … If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? …
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… type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine Last updated June 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 105 Child Immunization Series … Canada approved the vaccine. It will be free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Call your health care … This vaccine does not contain the hepatitis B vaccine because children completed their hepatitis B vaccine series in …
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… Healthy snacks for adults Last updated October 30, 2024 … At the grocery store Plan snacks in advance and add them to your grocery list. Having a list will help save time, money … They’ll stay fresh for one week with the shell on Make your own trail mix and portion it into smaller bags. Combine …
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… Typhoid vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41j Travel Series Download PDF … to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … helps protect against typhoid disease, an infection caused by typhoid bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health …
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… papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines Last updated January 15, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 101b Sexually Transmitted … from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth and throat, penis, … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned …
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… Mumps Last updated August 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 14c Download PDF Document English … Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common childhood … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps …
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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated September 25, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 12e Influenza (Flu) Series … influenza vaccine (LAIV) is made from weakened influenza viruses. It protects against infection from influenza viruses … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You …
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… information for seniors Last updated August 14, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 103a Download PDF Document English … an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are … any health conditions or medications. Show them how to use specialized medical mobility equipment, such as lifts, …
