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… Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … your travel plans and medical needs. If you have certain pregnancy-related or medical conditions, you may be advised … The safest time to travel is during 18 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. Most complications during pregnancy occur during …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles … shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had … had chickenpox (varicella) infection in the past People 18 years of age and older with a weakened immune system can …
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… health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, … year) Fewer than 3 wet diapers in 24 hours in children (1-5 years) Peeing little, and fewer than 4 times a day for … an alternative fluid replacement drink if your child is 2 years and older . These drinks are better than water for …
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… Myth: Influenza is not a serious illness. Fact: In years when influenza is widespread in B.C., hundreds of … given by injection is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy are at much higher risk of hospitalization due to …
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… damage or sterility. Mumps infection in the early stage of pregnancy may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When children 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an area at high risk of … and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Children 2 to 12 years of age . Use an insect repellent with 10% or less …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap-IPV … The vaccine is given as one dose to children at 4 to 6 years of age. This is a booster dose for children who were … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For …
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