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… but tests will not be performed just to see if you have been exposed. What is the risk of this disease? Each … or older Take medications that suppress their immune system Have a weakened immune system due to diseases such as human … by testing environmental samples in a laboratory. Should trees in my neighbourhood be tested? Testing of trees …
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… vapour at room and higher temperatures. Where might I have elemental mercury in my home? Some common household … pneumonitis, necrotizing bronchiolitis and pulmonary edema have also been reported. This degree of exposure rarely … on disposing of the bag What healthcare precautions should I take to protect myself and my family from mercury …
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… or fingers, soles of the feet or toes, and sometimes on the knees, elbows and buttocks (bum). These red spots may turn … all these symptoms. It’s also possible to be infected and have no symptoms. What are the complications? Dehydration … surfaces that many people touch regularly and shared toys should be cleaned with soap and water, and disinfected with …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine? Babies get the … age, the second at 4 months and the third at 6 months. They should get this vaccine at the same time as other childhood … and swelling where the vaccine was given. Some children may have a fever or experience crankiness, restlessness, …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The vaccine is given as one … can be taken for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What …
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… to find out the cost. Bring a record of all vaccines you have received in the past to the travel clinic. It is … food and drink precautions while you are travelling. Who should get the vaccine? People travelling to or working in … the travel clinic doctor or nurse will tell you if you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is also recommended …
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… that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you have bacterial vaginosis, you may not have any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid … piercings. Store condoms at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Use only water-based …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is …
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… time. As a precaution, people with weakened immune systems should not get the live vaccine. Myth: The influenza … against the viruses or bacteria that cause colds or stomach illnesses. Fact: Influenza vaccines do not protect against … elderly people and people who have certain chronic health conditions, the vaccines may not prevent influenza …
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… Polio Vaccine (IPV), is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the polio vaccine? The inactivated polio vaccine … who may be exposed to human feces (stool). People who have not been immunized and may be exposed to polio virus, for example through work or travel, should also get the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of …
