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… the polio vaccine (IPV)? The polio vaccine protects against infection from all 3 types of polio virus. The vaccine, … care provider. What is polio? Polio is a disease caused by infection with the polio virus. While most polio infections … infected person. This can happen by eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Due to immunization, polio …
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… often occurs in children who have, or recently had, a viral infection such as chickenpox or influenza. Reye syndrome … syndrome occurs 3 to 7 days after the beginning of a viral infection. It can also occur while recovering from the … child’s life. Treatment includes reducing brain swelling, preventing damage to the liver and other organs and …
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… drinks such as breastmilk, plain whole cow’s milk and water. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% … eat. Limit to no more than 3 cups (750 mL) each day. Give water between meals and snacks for thirst. Don’t give sugary … kids in planning and preparing meals Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child …
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… DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine also protects against hepatitis B infection. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #105 … of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … and Haemophilus influenzae type b? Diphtheria is a serious infection of the nose and throat caused by diphtheria … person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … 5 people who get tetanus may die. Diphtheria is a serious infection of the nose and throat caused by diphtheria … person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Tetanus, diphtheria and polio …
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… less severe and last a shorter time compared to influenza infection. When should seniors get the influenza vaccine? It … disease. The pneumococcal vaccine protects against infections of the brain, bloodstream, lungs and ear. It is … not need a booster dose. For information about pneumococcal infection and the vaccine, see HealthLinkBC File #62b …
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… peas and lentils, and nuts and seeds. What should I drink? Water is the best choice to quench your thirst. Other … and confused. The best way to stay hydrated is to drink water throughout the day. What nutrients are important as we …
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… skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. You can do a TST to see if you have ever been … or medications that weaken your immune system. TB infection happens when the TB germs are sleeping (dormant) in your body. If you have TB infection, you can talk with your health care provider about …
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… the yellow fever virus, a serious and sometimes fatal infection. What are the possible reactions after the … Exceptions may be made during an outbreak when the risk of infection is high What is yellow fever? Yellow fever is a … rainforest monkeys and person to person. For information on preventing mosquito bites, see HealthLinkBC File #41f …
