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… People 5 years of age and older should get one dose. Children 6 months to 4 years of age and people with weakened … under the armpit, nausea and vomiting. Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have a decreased … COVID-19? COVID-19 is an infection of the airways and lungs caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. Symptoms of COVID-19 …
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… the vaccine for free. The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of hepatitis B infection, including: Children under 12 years of age whose families have emigrated … hepatitis B. Household contacts of internationally adopted children. Household and sexual contacts of someone with …
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… spongy moth a concern? Spongy moth larvae damage plants by eating the leaves of trees and shrubs. This can lead to … threads and shed skins during large-scale infestations has caused allergic reactions. Examples of symptoms include skin …
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… conjugate vaccine? The vaccine is provided free to children in grade 9. The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, … What is meningococcal infection? Meningococcal infection is caused by bacteria. Meningococcal infection due to types A, …
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… such as certain researchers and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of age and older can receive the vaccine, … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … Yellow fever is a serious and life-threatening infection caused by a virus. It gets its name from the yellowing of …
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… risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … What is tetanus? Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is caused by a bacteria mostly found in the soil. When the … include headache, trouble swallowing, seizures, fever and sweating, high blood pressure and fast heart rate. Up to 1 in …
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… as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of … vaccines prevent almost 100% of cases of cervical cancer caused by the HPV types covered by the vaccines. The HPV9 … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… infant death is accidental. These deaths are usually caused when a baby is accidentally smothered by items in the … babies who spit up a lot are safer sleeping on their backs. Healthy babies will naturally swallow or cough up fluids on … of your baby’s neck, and take off a layer if your baby is sweating or appears flushed. The temperature of the room …
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… to the vaccine, giving you better protection from disease. Children are naturally exposed to aluminum in the … the use of vaccines containing thimerosal and harm to children. These studies are posted at the Institute of … or in cells taken from eggs (MMR and MMRV vaccines). Children with egg allergies can be safely immunized with …
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… of time. There are potential health concerns (thyroid problems or iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and … of water Brushing your teeth Filling pet dishes Bathing children - give sponge baths using disinfected water if it …
