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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccine? The protein subunit vaccine is … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is because you may not be … (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (e.g. Advil®) can be taken for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccines? The vaccines are recommended for … was less than 8 weeks In males 12-29 years of age With a higher dose of the Moderna vaccine Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (e.g. Advil®) can be taken for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not …
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… has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher than 39.5°C (103°F). The rapid rise in temperature … a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. … your child’s illness is serious, they may recommend you take your child to the emergency department. If your child …
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… active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing … of the suit to protect sensitive areas, such as the upper thighs and chest. Pay particular attention to the ears, back … and replace them if they are out of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and …
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… File #23b Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines . Who should get the vaccine? In B.C., the Men-B vaccine is … to an area where the risk of meningococcal B disease is high For information on high risk travel areas, contact a … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. Permanent complications of infection include brain …
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… for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you … How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and … https://fipa.bc.ca/get-help/your-health-information . Should my partner(s) be tested for HIV? If you have an HIV …
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… disease. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate vaccine? … The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including those who … 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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… hard candies. Do not offer chewable vitamins. How much food should I offer to my baby? The amount of food to offer your … lean forward or get excited for food Get upset if food is taken away Your baby may be full if they: Close their mouth … or muffin A quarter of a pita or other flatbread How often should I offer food to my baby? The number of times you …
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… with the vaccine at a young age is important. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B … a baby at birth if their mother has hepatitis B, or is at high risk of hepatitis B infection. A baby who has a … vaccine . Babies immunized at birth need to have a blood test 4 weeks after their last dose of hepatitis B …
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… start the first day you quit, with increased oxygen in the blood and lower blood pressure. Within one year of quitting, your risk of having a … to quit cold turkey, without any aids, but you’ll have a higher chance of success by using one or more of the methods …
