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… by someone with hepatitis B Having contact with household articles, such as a toothbrush, dental floss or a razor … are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… are given. The risk of thrombosis increases for those: •45 years of age and older •With a history of thrombosis •With risk factors for … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… some immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from an area with risk of malaria. … sometimes months later. If you develop a fever within 1 year of your return home, or other symptoms such as constant …
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… In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly … advance preparation is enough for most school age children. Older children may benefit from longer preparation time, but … sugar at home to calm upset or crying babies. Children 3 years of age and older: Deep breathing: Have your child …
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… tank need to be pumped out regularly (usually every 2 to 3 years). A septic system pump-out contractor can do this … Sewage systems usually need servicing every 2 to 5 years, depending on the number of people using the system … fall. This prevents leaving solids in the tank during the cold winter months Do not scrub a septic tank clean. Leave a …
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… infant death. In B.C., there are about 60 babies born each year (1 out of every 750) who are found to have one of these … touch. In some instances you may also be able to hold and breast/chest feed them while the blood is being … baby’s card with the leftover blood will be kept for 10 years in secure storage. Occasionally, the dried blood spot …
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… and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of age and older can receive the vaccine, which is given as 1 dose or … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen … care provider. Children less than 9 months of age People 60 years of age and older People with a history of thymus …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more … There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, …
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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Understanding gender differences Last updated … more likely than men to experience abuse in their younger years, which may continue into later life. The effects of many years of abuse can be hard on a person's health. For older …
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… Most people who have an HPV infection clear it within 2 years. When it does not clear, cells infected with a … Approximately 200 women develop cervical cancer every year in B.C., and close to 50 women die from the disease. …
