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… immunized with the influenza vaccine Have had severe oculo-respiratory syndrome (red eyes and a cough and/or sore throat and/or … What is influenza? Influenza is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. Symptoms …
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… can cause confusion. However, the influenza virus causes a respiratory illness that tends to be more severe than these … mild influenza symptoms as described above. Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare condition that can result in … get an influenza vaccine. Fact: It is safe for babies to breastfeed after mothers receive the influenza vaccine. For …
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… of temporary hearing loss in children include: Fluid in the middle ear Wax build-up that blocks the ear canal Some … as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or rubella Certain syndromes, like Down syndrome, Pendred and Alport Low birth weight – less than …
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… auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree or grass pollen allergies … raw fruits and vegetables. This is called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or pollen food allergy syndrome. OAS can lead to itching and mild swelling of the …
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… British Columbia in 1999. In B.C., it has been found on the east coast of Vancouver Island and has occasionally been detected in the lower mainland or southeastern part of mainland B.C. It is unclear how C. gattii …
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… Stomach ache Irritability For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 … What is influenza? Influenza is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. A person …
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… to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 …
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… spleen and brain damage. This is called Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS). CRS occurs in about 9 out of 10 babies born … vaccine has never been found to cause Congenital Rubella Syndrome. How is rubella spread? Rubella is spread by … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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… vessels, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure Respiratory health: vaping can irritate the mouth, throat …
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… to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . What should I do if my child is having a febrile …