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… the vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine is provided free to babies as part of their routine immunizations. It is usually … influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) Vaccine . Some babies may receive the hepatitis B vaccine separately, for … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care …
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… as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose is given at 4 to 6 years … Chickenpox Vaccine Child's Age at Immunization 1st dose 12 months 2nd dose 4 to 6 years Students in grade 6 who have … defects. This is known as congenital varicella syndrome. Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with …
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… The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is given as a series of 2 doses, … dose of vaccine, called a booster, should be given 12 to 24 months later if you continue to travel or work in areas that … during high risk season from July to October, or over 6 months during the rest of the year. What are the benefits of …
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… as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. … MMR vaccine Child's age at immunization 1st dose 12 months 2nd dose 4 to 6 years The MMR vaccine is also … congenital rubella syndrome. It occurs in about 9 out of 10 babies born to women who become infected with the virus in …
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… Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the Hib vaccine. It … kiss or share things such as food, utensils and drinks. Babies and children can become sick through sharing …
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… or received other blood products within the past 12 months Had a drop in platelets, the blood cells that help … Congenital Rubella Syndrome. It occurs in about 9 out of 10 babies born to women who become infected with the virus in … This is known as congenital varicella syndrome (CVS). Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with …
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… the brain and skull are missing some parts Some NTDs cause babies to be stillborn or to have lifelong disabilities. How … could become pregnant to get enough folic acid. At least 3 months before becoming pregnant: Take a daily multivitamin …
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… warts. The vaccine is provided as 2 doses given at least 6 months apart. Children with a weakened immune system need 3 … and Patches for Immunizations (#50h) Immunizations at 2 months of age (#50i) Immunizations at 12 months of age (#50j) … Grade 6 immunizations in BC …
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… In B.C., the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with … *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care … faceto- face contact. It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing …
