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… from Europe, it has been found in Canada for over 100 years but has not been established in Western regions. The … established. While spongy moth populations are detected yearly in B.C., the insect has not become permanently … communicate this information. All schools, daycares, care homes and hospitals in the affected area are notified in …
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… or public health unit to get more information on health and safety. Ask questions such as: Are hand washing facilities … your hands. Put the dirty shoes in a bag and clean them at home Clean and disinfect strollers, especially the wheels, …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the … the mouth or throat An alcohol use disorder Experiencing homelessness People who use illicit drugs A second dose of … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… syndrome. Do not give ASA or Aspirin® to anyone under 18 years of age to manage symptoms such as fever, headache and … use ibuprofen for relief of symptoms in children under 18 years of age. Examples of ibuprofen include Advil® and … ibuprofen in children under 6 months of age without first talking to your health care provider. Always use the …
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… 30 minutes or more A second seizure within 24 hours of the first What can cause a febrile seizure? Febrile seizures can … occur in children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. About 1 in 25 children will have a febrile seizure … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… Lead levels can change during the day, and a sample taken first thing in the morning before using water will generally show any problems. If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing may be at higher … of containing lead. A plumber can help identify if your home has leaded plumbing parts, and if the part of the …
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… vaccine can receive it for free as long as they get their first dose before they turn 19 and the last dose before they … HPV9 vaccine is also provided free to individuals 19 to 26 years of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender … is recommended, but not provided free, for: Females 19-45 years of age Males 19 to 26 years of age Males 27 years of …
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… may remain infectious in the environment for over a year. Indoor cats that have never hunted and are not fed raw …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the polio … the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of the vaccine. The first 2 doses are given 4 to 8 weeks apart. The third dose … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis A … free to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine is also provided free to people at … of the vaccine. The second dose is given 1 month after the first dose. The third dose is given 5 months later. If you …
