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… children for routine immunizations. If you have questions about where your child's immunizations will be given, talk … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your …
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… as a series of 2 doses, 2 to 6 months apart, and costs about $160 per dose. Some health insurance plans may cover … older with a weakened immune system, the vaccine prevents about 70%-90% of cases of shingles. For those who still get … and the chickenpox vaccine, see HealthLinkBC File #44a Facts about chickenpox and HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox …
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… can still persist in the water. If you are unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health … I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are concerned about cyanobacteria bloom in a body of water used for … . For more information For more information about cyanobacteria in drinking water, see Health Canada’s …
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… Enterococci are bacteria found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also …
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… over the next 3 days, seek medical attention If the burn is about the size of 7 of your child’s handprints, or bigger, …
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… babies and toddlers. This handout provides information about eating well while following a vegan eating pattern … tofu and plain plant-based yogurt. Check the nutrition facts table to see if vitamin B12 has been added  Speak to … yogurt may have added vitamin D. Check the nutrition facts table to see if vitamin D has been added. How can I …
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… problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die. Pertussis , … can last several months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 infants who get pertussis may die. What are … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your …
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… dose of rotavirus vaccine. The risk of intussuception is about 1 to 2 cases for every 100,000 babies that get the … 1 baby a year in B.C. By comparison, each year in B.C. about 1 in 4,000 children under the age of 1 get … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your …
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… to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about your diet. Is there a special diet for chronic … loss may help slow liver damage. If you are concerned about your weight or a change in your weight, call 8-1-1 and … care provider or call 8-1-1 for more information. What about physical activity? Physical activity can improve …
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… coordination and the distance of people or things. By about 1 year of age, children are able to judge distances, … in a spot that reduces glare or use soft lighting What about wearing sunglasses and other types of protection? …