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… to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. … right away and look close to the scalp. Check again once a week for 2 weeks in case you missed them. If you only find … to make sure that any head lice that have hatched after the first treatment are killed before they have a chance to lay …
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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is … People who developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) within 8 weeks of getting a tetanus vaccine, without another cause …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more … People who developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) within 8 weeks of getting a tetanus vaccine, without another cause …
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… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… of the vaccine. The second dose is given 1 month after the first dose. The third dose is given 5 months later. If you … for people with developmental challenges where there is ongoing infection Zoo-keepers, veterinarians and researchers … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment …
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… They are most contagious from the day before and for the first few days after the rash appears. To reduce the spread … or the blisters have crusted. It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the …
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… because they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles that have a diameter less … woodstoves), move dusty work outside and never idle a car inside a garage or near an open window Prevent and reduce PM …
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… Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … instructions on how to have the sample repeated within 2 weeks. The purpose of the second sample is to double check the few disorders that can be missed on the first (early) screen. Can I wait and have my baby screened …
