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… Meningococcal b (Men-b) vaccine Last updated July 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 23c Download PDF Document English … old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… blood spot card screening Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 67 Download PDF Document English … Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or midwife may not know about. Newborn screening …
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… and diphtheria (Td) vaccine Last updated February 15, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 18a Download PDF Document English … is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is …
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… Cryptosporidium infection Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 48 Download PDF Document English … or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a … with local water purification suppliers or your local environmental health officer for more information. The …
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… Scabies Last updated August 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 09 Download PDF Document English … Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. … scabies from spreading. What should be cleaned in my environment? Wash sheets and clothes that touched infested skin …
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… Shingles vaccine Last updated July 31, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 111 Download PDF Document English … plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your provider. What are the benefits of the shingles … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… Japanese encephalitis vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41h Travel Series Download PDF … to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic at least … provincial medical services plan (MSP). You can check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. Bring a …
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… Travelling with children Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41d Travel Series Download PDF … travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … and water-disinfectant tablets Medication recommended by your health care provider for a fever Comfortable, …
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… Giardia infection Last updated March 4, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 10 Download PDF Document English … cells lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have trouble absorbing nutrients. These types … with local water purification suppliers or your local environmental health officer for more information. Similar to …
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… pertussis (Tdap) vaccine Last updated May 18, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 18c Download PDF Document English … vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should …
