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… vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… website at www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . The inactivated influenza … try to get the vaccine as soon as possible. This gives your body enough time, about 2 weeks, to build immunity … an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and …
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… allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your child’s health care provider Provide written consent for staff to give your child epinephrine when needed. Do not sign anything …
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… and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health is to avoid tobacco and nicotine use altogether. … to. However, vaping is not risk free. We need more research to confirm if vaping is a useful smoking cessation … a lot of information on their safety. There is not much research on how effective HTPs are for quitting smoking. If …
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… Check that bottled beverages are sealed Wash and peel your own fruits and vegetables with bottled or treated water … unless it has been treated Drink tap water or add ice to your beverages Eat leftovers or food at buffets that has … important treatment for diarrhea is to replace the fluids your body loses. For healthy adults, these fluids can be …
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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. … stops the lice from moving, making them easier to find Sit your child under a bright light; a magnifying glass may help … scalp, at the bottom of the neck and behind the ears. If your child has an itchy scalp or was exposed to head lice, …
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… sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the HPV …
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… body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small … with invasive GAS you may require antibiotics. Speak to your health care provider for more information. How can I prevent group A streptococcal infection? Wash your hands often. For more information on hand washing, see …
