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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 and when … 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 important to keep … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early childhood, … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is …
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… who inject drugs or are sex trade workers Depending on your immunization history, you may receive a dose of … provide long-term protection against infection. Speak with your health care provider. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File …
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… there is fecal incontinence and poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who … or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a … to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if treatment with …
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… with the food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and … bacteria More ways to reduce the risk of infection: Wash your hands with soap and warm running water at a sink and … especially those who handle pets, wash their hands carefully before eating and on a regular basis if they suck …
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… of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment includes … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? …
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… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … travel to an area at risk of malaria, you need to protect yourself before you travel, while you are travelling and … At least 4 weeks before you travel, speak with your health care provider or visit a travel health clinic. Ask about the …
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… Canada approved the vaccine. It will be free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the …
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… antibodies taken from human blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune system makes to fight germs, such as viruses or … in people who received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A …