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… from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other … the benefits of the rotavirus vaccine? The vaccine prevents more than 3 out of 4 cases of rotavirus disease, and almost … without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 …
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… from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other … can legally consent to or refuse immunizations. For more information on mature minor consent see HealthLinkBC … Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent and Immunization . For more information on immunizations, visit ImmunizeBC at …
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… swimming or other activities where it may be swallowed. For more information on hand washing, visit HealthLinkBC File … diarrhea. The vaccine also protects against cholera. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #41k Traveller’s … parasites, and follow the instructions on the package. For more information about disinfecting drinking water at home …
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… altitudes and when reflected from snow, water and sand For more information on sun safety please visit HealthLinkBC … when you return home to complete rabies treatment For more information on rabies visit HealthLinkBC File #07a … in tropical areas Carry and use a mosquito repellent For more information on mosquito repellents and tips to prevent …
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… repellants contain the ingredient DEET or icaridin. For more information about using insect repellants containing … from malaria if I am pregnant? The effects of malaria are more severe among pregnant women and developing babies, … a fever while travelling, or when you return home. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #41g The pregnant …
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… Early treatment can greatly improve overall health. For more information about these disorders and the benefits of … your baby has one of these disorders, but it is possible. More tests are needed to find out for sure. The type of … depend on the disorders being investigated and can include more bloodwork. If your baby has one of these disorders, you …
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… them on how much to eat. It’s normal for your child to eat more on some days than others. Know that sometimes food may … dinner. Prepare some foods ahead to save time. Boil a few more eggs, cut up extra fruit and vegetables, or make a … staff to learn about allergy guidelines in your school. For more information, see Peanut and Nut Aware Lunches and …
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… Bangladesh, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Bhutan for 3 weeks or more may need to get the vaccine. You are more likely to be exposed to contaminated food and water in …
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… group A Streptococcus (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the … as impetigo spreads easily by hand-to-hand contact. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: …
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… Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other … completed their hepatitis B vaccine series in infancy. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #15b Diphtheria, … next breath. This cough can last several months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 infants who get …
