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… system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. Some germs that enter … . For more information on childhood immunization, see: HealthLinkBC Files #50b The Benefits of Immunizing Your Child …
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… (Hib). For more information on the combined vaccines, see: HealthLinkBC File #15b Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, … Polio, Haemophilus influenzae Type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) Vaccine HealthLinkBC File #105 Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a …
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… Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are the symptoms? … more information For more information, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #59a Food safety: Easy ways to make …
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… infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain germs or … drinking water in your community. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #56 Preventing Water-borne Infections For … is a concern for pregnant women. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #43 Toxoplasmosis . What should I do if I …
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… pertussis and polio. For more information see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #105 Diphtheria, tetanus, … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a …
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… when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if possible and avoid climbing on slippery or … against pool walls or rocks, you could drown. Do not drink alcohol Injuries involving alcohol are a common problem … body. Limit the time a child spends in a hot tub. Visit HealthLinkBC File #27a Residential hot tubs and pools: …
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… is tested for safety. Yes No I know vaccines are safe because they do not cause autism, multiple sclerosis, or … . For more information on childhood immunization, see: HealthLinkBC File #50a Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines HealthLinkBC File #50b The Benefits of Immunizing Your Child …
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… palm oils. To eat more healthy fats and less saturated fat: Use olive, soybean and canola oils instead of butter, lard … smoking Get enough sleep According to Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health, no amount or kind of alcohol is good for … health care provider to learn more. For More Information HealthLinkBC File #68f Dietary Fats and Your Health: …
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… Vietnamese What is measles? Measles is a serious illness caused by the measles virus. It can cause encephalitis, an … need protection against measles. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine and HealthLinkBC File #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella …
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… or whooping cough, is a serious infection of the airways caused by pertussis bacteria (germs). People of any age can … information about pertussis vaccines see the following: HealthLinkBC File #18c Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) … 1 year of age and pregnant women in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as well as all of their household and daycare …
