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… Spanish Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … the vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine is provided free to babies as part of their routine immunizations. It is usually … the vaccine for free. The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of hepatitis B infection, …
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… itself down. Heat-related illnesses can almost always be prevented. Heat-related illness can lead to weakness, … in a hot environment People who are pregnant Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make … during extreme heat (#35a) Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (#35b) Heat-related …
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… you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A or measles. How can I prevent hepatitis A after exposure? People receive Ig if … not able to receive the hepatitis A vaccine. This includes children less than 6 months of age and some people with … (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Some people, especially young children, may not have any symptoms. Even if a person …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … to make an appointment. Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 … kiss or share things such as food, utensils and drinks. Babies and children can become sick through sharing …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine? The DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine is given to children at 18 months of age. This is a booster dose for …
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… such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet trained. These children can … with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become infected …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The Hepatitis … HBV infection. The hepatitis B vaccine is provided free to babies as part of their routine childhood immunizations. For … vomit How does hepatitis B virus affect people? Adults and children 5 years of age and over may have symptoms, which …
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… spread Yersinia bacteria. It is easy for people, especially young children, to get infected by putting their hands or fingers … severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after …
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… Reye syndrome is a rare disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It often occurs in children who … of the liver and brain, and can be fatal. How can I prevent reye syndrome? The use of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA …
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… causing difficulty breathing, swallowing or a risk of choking on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain … or joint soreness Fatigue Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Chills Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have a decreased …
