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Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… 1 dose of MMR and varicella vaccines on or after their 1st birthday. The dose of MMRV vaccine provides more protection … infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage or stillbirth. … will die from the infection. Rarely, infection early in pregnancy can result in a baby being born with birth …

HIV and HIV tests

… is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not …

Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… to less than 5 years of age Pregnant people at any stage of pregnancy Seniors 65 years and older Residents of any age … on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain damage, spinal cord injury, seizures or neuromuscular disorders …

Financial abuse of older adults

… risk in doing so. Financial abuse is more likely to occur during an older adult’s health crisis or after a major …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… the first dose. People who had chickenpox before their 1st birthday should still get the vaccine. They may not have … will die from the infection. Rarely, infection early in pregnancy can result in a baby being born with birth defects. This is known as congenital varicella …

Genital herpes

… changing condoms or washing toys may also pass the virus. During a primary first outbreak, it is possible to pass the … is less likely. Women who have an active outbreak in late pregnancy can pass the infection to their baby during a vaginal childbirth. What are the symptoms? Most people never have …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower birth weight Those most likely to be affected by particle … my health against particle pollution? Reduce exposure during pollution events When outdoor air quality is poor, it …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… Examples include straws, pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not … develop chronic HBV infection. Most infants infected at birth will develop chronic infection. People with chronic …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

Rubella

… woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, … women who have rubella infection in the first 3 months of pregnancy. CRS is rare because so many women are immune to … leaving the hospital. Rubella vaccine should not be given during pregnancy as a general precaution of avoiding live …