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… Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune systems are not fully developed. Proper …
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… given. Fever, drowsiness, crankiness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or muscle soreness may … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have …
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… vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have any … influenzae type b (Hib) infection? Hib infection is caused by the bacteria Haemophilus influenzae type b. It … occurring in children less than 2 years of age. Hib can cause serious and life-threatening infections including …
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… my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information about their health. A … when your baby’s body can’t break down (metabolize) certain substances in food like fats, proteins and/or sugars. These substances can build up and cause serious health problems. …
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… vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have concerns, … What is pneumococcal infection? Pneumococcal infection is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. The bacteria can cause serious and life-threatening infections of the lining …
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… tests are important for newborn babies and families because much can be done if hearing loss is found early in life. … loss is sometimes mistaken for other concerns, and it may cause a child to appear distracted or withdrawn. In older … Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) This test is mostly used for babies over 6 months of age. This test uses your …
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… if you do not drink enough fluids to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human body maintains a … such as schizophrenia, depression, or anxiety People with substance use disorders People with physical or mental … and certain psychiatric medications Use of alcohol or other substances Previous heat stroke High humidity How can I …
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… Immigrants from countries where hepatitis A is common Household or close contacts of adopted children from areas … vaccine was given. You may have headache, fatigue, fever, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. These reactions are mild and … attacks the liver. Symptoms may include fatigue, fever, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, dark …
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… traveller’s diarrhea and cholera, which are infections caused by 2 types of bacteria. The vaccine is approved by … The most common reactions are stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or … or fluids. Symptoms may also include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, bloating and feeling unwell. Symptoms can …
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… short-term protection against the bacteria that cause tetanus (lockjaw). TIg contains large amounts of … immune system makes to fight germs, such as bacteria and viruses. TIg is approved by Health Canada. Is tetanus immune … safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Each blood donation is also …
