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… immediate, short-term protection against the bacteria that cause tetanus (lockjaw). TIg contains large amounts of … such as bacteria and viruses. TIg is approved by Health Canada. Is tetanus immune globulin safe? Yes. TIg is … include inactivating and removing viruses and bacteria that can cause disease. The final preparation of TIg undergoes …
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… on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … protects against the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. The vaccine contains a weakened form of …
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… immediate, short-term protection against the virus that causes rabies. RabIg contains large amounts of antibodies … virus. The vaccine is made from killed rabies virus and cannot cause rabies. In B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided … rabies. It is also provided free to students attending a Canadian Veterinary College or Animal Health Training …
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… on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in …
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… Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … against disease. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the meningococcal quadrivalent … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in …
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… Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … bacteria, type B. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. The Men-B vaccine is not part of the routine … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in …
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… Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV), is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the polio vaccine? The inactivated … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in …
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… The vaccine does not protect against other viruses that cause colds or gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea). In addition to LAIV, there are inactivated … (Flu) Vaccine . All of the vaccines are approved by Health Canada. In B.C., influenza vaccines are usually available …
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… for a list of qualified labs). Unsafe drinking water can make you sick. Even if you are not sick right now, your … may not be safe. Some contaminants found in well water can cause long-term health problems. Just because your … organisms cause stomach and intestinal illnesses, including diarrhea and nausea, and may even lead to death. Babies, …
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… without permission or in a dishonest way. Financial abuse can take away or limit an older person's resources, choices … half of elder abuse situations reported. Financial abuse can involve a family member or person whom the older adult … trusts, such as a friend or care provider. Financial abuse can happen when a family member or friend takes over …
