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… given. Fever, drowsiness, crankiness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or muscle soreness may … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have …
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… Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei or the human itch … surface. Scratching can make the burrows harder to see. Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have …
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… and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, muscles or lungs, and cause severe illness and tissue damage. These infections are … (also known as iGAS). Severe forms of iGAS infection cause streptococcal toxic shock syndrome and necrotizing …
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… found in birds and mammals worldwide. The infection is caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii . It infects … usually not sore. In some cases the infection can also cause blurred vision or temporary loss of vision. How is …
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… called blue-green algae. In fact, cyanobacteria can cause blooms in a range of colours, including bright blue, … water with cyanobacterial toxins include: headaches, nausea, fever, sore throat, dizziness, stomach cramps, … rubber gloves when washing a pet exposed to cyanobacteria. Use fresh water to wash hands well after cleaning your pet …
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… short-term protection against the bacteria that cause tetanus (lockjaw). TIg contains large amounts of … immune system makes to fight germs, such as bacteria and viruses. TIg is approved by Health Canada. Is tetanus immune … safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Each blood donation is also …
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… polysaccharide or conjugate vaccines. The conjugate vaccine used in B.C. provides longer lasting protection against … Headache, muscle soreness, fatigue, chills, fever and nausea may also occur after getting the vaccine. These … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a …
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… in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … Soliris® There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have … meningococcal B infection? Meningococcal B infection is caused by bacteria called meningococcal type B. It can cause …
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… arsenic poisoning. Exposure to high levels of arsenic may cause stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea and impaired nerve function. Impaired nerve function may cause a ‘pins and needles’ sensation or numbness and burning in hands and feet. Arsenic can also cause skin changes, which include skin darkening as well as …
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… Conductive hearing loss Conductive hearing loss is caused by a problem in the outer or middle part of the ear. … Sensorineural hearing loss Sensorineural hearing loss is caused by a problem with the inner part of the ear or hearing … to be progressive and permanent. Aging is the number one cause of sensorineural hearing loss. It can also be caused by …
