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Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… the vaccine include soreness, redness and swelling at the injection site. Some people may have fever, headache, muscle …
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Haemophilus influenzae type b Hib vaccine

… vaccine may include soreness, swelling or redness at the injection site. Some children may have a fever or experience …
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Hepatitis B infant vaccine

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Facts about chickenpox

… Prevention methods may include antiviral medication, an injection of varicella zoster immune globulin or the …
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Seniors falls can be prevented

… to depression, delirium, interactions or side effects of medications, alcohol use, poor nutrition, dehydration or … cupboards 4. Have your doctor or pharmacist review your medications: Medications include prescriptions, over-the-counter pills, …
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Meningococcal b Men-b vaccine

… some travel clinics and pharmacies. The vaccine is given by injection as a series of 2, 3 or 4 doses. The number of …
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Living well with hepatitis C virus

… drugs have few side effects and are easier to take (no injections) than older medications. In 8 to 12 weeks, most patients can be cured of … drug use and smoking Only use prescribed over-the-counter medications, or other herbal or alternative therapies as …
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Group A streptococcal infections

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Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth

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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… hospitals where previous cases of MRSA have been reported. Injection drug users and people with long-term illnesses are …