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Grade 9 immunizations in BC

… that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 100 people who get sick, up to 15 will die, …
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Head lice

… wingless insects that live on the scalp, feeding on blood. They lay eggs (nits) on hair close to the scalp that …
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Diphtheria tetanus pertussis polio haemophilus influenzae type b DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine

… that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. Haemophilus influenzae type b infection is spread by …
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Tuberculosis TB

… need further TB testing. Further testing could include a TB blood test, chest x-ray or sputum collection. A chest x-ray …
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Genital herpes

… touching their genitals). The chance of passing herpes is highest when there is an active outbreak (when sores or … (around the genitals, anus or mouth) or send you for a blood test. If the sores have already started to heal, a …
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Prenatal ultrasound

… (NT) ultrasound. This NT ultrasound is done along with blood tests to determine your baby's chance of having Down …