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… the flu vaccine in small amounts to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. If a person received a vaccine contaminated …
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… their lips or in their mouth. For example, pins, needles, nails, screws or tacks Check the child's play area often for …
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… bacteria can also cause strep throat, scarlet fever, skin infections and rheumatic fever. It is not fully understood … see HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . How is it spread? Group A streptococcus … There is no vaccine to prevent group A streptococcal infections. Antibiotics are recommended if you have close …
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… It usually infects children under 5 years of age with most infections occurring in children less than 2 years of age. Hib can cause serious and life-threatening infections including meningitis, an infection of the lining …
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… diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? …
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