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… are most common in infants less than 12 months of age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections …
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… sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities such as kissing, …
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… hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least 6 months apart. … people will die. The risk is higher if you are 50 years or older. How is hepatitis A spread? The hepatitis A virus is …
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… absorb and retain more lead into their bodies compared to adults. For pregnant women, even low levels of lead can … Children are more sensitive to the effects of lead than adults. Children and women who are pregnant or trying to …
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… Infants and Children HealthLinkBC File #71c Hearing Loss in Adults For more information on childhood immunization, see …
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… use a male or female condom every time. For information on preventing STIs, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Do not …
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… Society – Call 250-365-0344, ext. 227 or email dschmidt@golder.com . Note: Kits are limited to locations in the …
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… The symptoms are similar, although CJD usually occurs in adults between the ages of 45 and 75. CJD is not connected …
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… widely used commercially, but it can still exist in many older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape … and trade workers involved in renovations and repairs to older buildings are at higher risk of asbestos exposure if …
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… these diseases. The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, diphtheria, …
