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… After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms or signs of illness. Symptoms of … pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not spread by: … holding hands Using the same dishes or cutlery or sharing meals with someone with HBV infection Coughing or sneezing …
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… not become ill. In people who become ill, symptoms appear months after exposure and can last for several months. … for Cryptococcus infection in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment available? Yes. Treatment … The fungus can only be identified by testing environmental samples in a laboratory. Should trees in my neighbourhood be …
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… may affect the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal … sticks Floss your teeth daily Choose to drink water between meals and snacks. Avoid frequent sipping on sweet liquids … try to eat them at mealtime Brush your teeth after meals and snacks. If this is not possible, rinse your mouth …
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… care provider create the best care plan for you and your baby. What is a prenatal ultrasound? A prenatal ultrasound … It uses sound waves to produce a live image of your baby in the womb that can be seen on a monitor. Ultrasounds … machine detects sound waves that bounce off of the baby and turns them into an image. These images are used to …
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… other people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest … feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for HIV. … your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? …
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… The rotavirus vaccine is given to babies starting at 2 months of age. It is given as a series of 2 doses. The first … dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months It is important that your baby gets the rotavirus vaccine on time. The first dose of … A few drops of the liquid vaccine are placed into your baby’s mouth to swallow. The virus from the vaccine may be …
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… transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding … 6 weeks. In very rare circumstances, it can take up to 3 months to develop antibodies to HIV following infection. … of these is a standard laboratory test done using a blood sample taken from your arm. The result is available in 1 to …
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… if it is safe for you and your family to drink. Water samples should be sent to qualified laboratory for testing … your water supply the lab will provide you the necessary sample bottles and instructions. Read the instructions …
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… is given to babies as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 6 months of age. It is usually combined with other childhood … Hepatitis B Vaccine Child’s Age at Immunization 1st dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months 3rd dose 6 months Some babies are … information, see HealthLinkBC File #25d Protecting Your Baby against Hepatitis B at Birth . It is important to keep …
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… Children of all ages: Comforting restraint: Cuddle your baby or child firmly in your lap in a seated position Why? … during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, and after the immunization. Research … before the immunization for babies up to and including 12 months of age Why? Research shows that this sweet tasting …
