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… fasciitis? Necrotizing fasciitis (neck-roe-tie-zing fa-shee-eye-tis) is more commonly known as “flesh-eating disease”. … touch objects contaminated with them, and then touch your eyes or mucous membranes or put your hands in your mouth. …
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… at no charge. You can find information on booking an appointment to get immunized on the Government of British … vaccine Have had severe oculo-respiratory syndrome (red eyes and a cough and/or sore throat and/or hoarseness) after … sneeze on another person or object, and then touch your own eyes, mouth or nose before washing your hands. You can …
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… have vaccine in stock and to find out if you need an appointment. Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … birth defects  in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver damage, and brain damage. …
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… used injection needle Being splashed in the mouth, nose or eyes with infected blood Being bitten by someone with … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . It …
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… given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider.    For more information on Reye Syndrome, read HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 …
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… given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 …
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… puncture-proof and water-proof boots, protective gloves, eye protection and a well-fitted respirator such as an N95. … clean up into clean areas. Remember to bathe or shower using soap and warm water after you have finished any cleaning activities. Seek healthcare for any rashes, eye irritation or onset of gastrointestinal illness.  How …
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… of chemicals that can cause immediate symptoms including: Eye, nose and throat irritation Shortness of breath Headaches Fatigue Nausea Dizziness Skin problems Higher concentrations may cause: Lung irritation … or central nervous system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in …
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… public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By … she looked in the rearview mirror to check on him. Nathan’s eyes were rolling to the back of his head, the entire left … injury and can be fatal. Due to his stroke, Nathan has problems learning, and he will have lifelong problems moving …
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… of breath Irritation of the nasal passage, throat and eyes Symptoms may be worse in cold weather, which can also … dioxide concentrations may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce the risk of …