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… vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find … to follow the instructions. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? Reactions are usually mild and temporary. The most common …
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… MMR vaccine. These include: •Pregnant individuals or those planning to become pregnant •Infants less than 12 months of … or make the illness less severe. What are the possible reactions after immune globulin? Common reactions to Ig may include soreness and tenderness at the …
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… person, in rare cases, a blood transfusion, an organ transplant or the shared use of needles or syringes contaminated … clinic. Ask about the risk of malaria in the area you plan to visit. If anti-malaria medications are recommended, …
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… vaccines are not covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP). You can check with your local travel clinic to … mosquito bites while you travel. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? Vaccines are very safe. It is … get the vaccine than to get Japanese encephalitis. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, swelling or …
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… mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine What if I am planning on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of …
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… long will repellents with DEET provide protection? If you plan to be outdoors for a short period of time, always … should be washed before being worn again If you suspect a reaction to the insect repellent, stop using it and wash the …
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… and improved ventilation. Air cleaners use electrical attraction, mechanical filters or ion generation to remove … (PDF 162 KB). If you plan to buy an air cleaning system, make sure you get the …
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… metre deep, burn them, or deposit them in the trash. If you plan to reuse the traps, disinfect them with a mixture of 1 …
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… tubs, beaches and swimming holes. Alcohol slows down your reaction time and could put you to sleep, which is dangerous … will use your pool or hot tub can easily get in and out. Plan for safety Check for hidden dangers. Fix any broken …
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… in mental alertness due to depression, delirium, interactions or side effects of medications, alcohol use, poor … and resources, ask your doctor about a fall risk management plan tailored to you. If you do fall, report it to your …
