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Rotavirus vaccine Rotarix®

… Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … handling diapers. Washing your hands often with soap and water is the best way to prevent the spread of rotavirus. A …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk assessment and management. How … physical activities per week, such as walking briskly and water aerobics Adults aged 65 and older should also do …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care …

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … and is approved by Health Canada. It is free as part of your child's routine immunizations. You can get a measles …

Typhoid vaccine

… to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. Bring a … You are more likely to be exposed to contaminated food and water in these high risk areas. If you are travelling to low …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… a child is turning blue and cannot speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 … are swallowed. Dried peas and beans swell when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway blockage. What are … and cause choking Have children sit up while eating and drinking Do not give children anything to eat or drink while …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … or weakened and the toxoids are inactive. Vaccines help your child’s immune system build protection against disease. … in the environment. Aluminum is found in the air, food and water. It is even in breast milk and infant formula. The …

Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need a second … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … by kissing or sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, lipsticks, water bottles, sport mouth guards or mouthpieces of musical …

Salmonellosis

… on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper … snakes and iguanas, can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wash your hands well after handling these animals or pets and … drips. You can also thaw frozen foods under cold running water, or in the microwave. These methods can thaw food at …

Polio vaccine IPV

… to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of an infected person. This can happen by eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Due to immunization, polio …