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… on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization … and almost all severe cases, including hospitalizations. When you get your child immunized you help protect others as … vaccine (Rotarix®) (#104a) Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… the soil and releases spores in the air. Infection occurs when the spores are inhaled. Wild and domestic animals can … from that area test negative. Is there anything I can do to protect my trees from the fungus? No specific environmental … or other chemicals that can be applied to trees to protect them. Cutting down trees on private property is not …
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… than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … vaccine (Rotarix®) (#104a) Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… File #70 Breastfeeding or chestfeeding . How can I protect myself against infection from HTLV-1? You can protect yourself from being infected with HTLV-1 by: Never sharing … as a result of their infection. For those who do develop illnesses, such as ATLL, there are some treatments …
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… a baby is a baby's crying. Shaken baby injuries often occur when a parent or caregiver gets frustrated, angry or upset … and deafness Paralysis Behaviour problems Death How can I protect my baby from SBS? If your baby's crying is … the crib, and leave the room. Take 10 to 15 minutes to give yourself a chance to calm down. It is more important to calm …
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… The vagina normally contains harmless bacteria. BV occurs when that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you … vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against STIs transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, … chance of getting an STI. Get vaccinated Some STIs, such as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be …
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… in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. By protecting yourself from extreme heat, you can help reduce … nausea in pregnancy Most mild/moderate heat-related illnesses, sometimes called heat exhaustion, can be treated … have lower blood pressure during early pregnancy. Warm conditions bring blood to the skin to get rid of excess …
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… than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … vaccine (Rotarix®) (#104a) Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… cent of people, WNV infection can result in more serious illnesses such as meningitis (inflammation of the lining of … infection in people in B.C. is considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents mosquitoes from … West Nile Virus (WNV) www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/west-nile-virus-wnv Government of Canada: West …
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… Vietnamese Travel vaccines are recommended for people travelling to or working in some countries. It is important … on your trip. What is typhoid vaccine? The vaccine helps protect against typhoid disease, an infection caused by … by Health Canada. Typhoid vaccine will give you some protection against the disease (it is about 50 to 55 percent …
