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… 7 years but provides the best protection up to 4 years. Consider getting immunized again after 4 years if you continue … provides protection against typhoid for about 2 years. Consider getting vaccinated again if you continue to travel or …
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… infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities The …
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… babies and children, see HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour . Also, …
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… sizes. Smaller particles have been linked to more health effects because they can remain in the air longer, get … PM in B.C. include: Wildfire smoke Wood smoke from residential wood burning, such as woodstove and backyard … the more particles you inhale If you must go outdoors, consider wearing a well-fitted respirator. A respirator is a …
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… two-thirds of the way into the milk; do not rest it on the side or the bottom of the container. If you find the …
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… immune systems. Shingles usually appears as a rash on one side of the face or body. The rash may last for 2 to 4 …
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… in women who are not sexually active. It is usually not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, if … low-birth-weight infant; or inflammation of the inside of the uterus after vaginal delivery or caesarean …
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… in individuals who were exposed to alcohol in the womb. The effects of FASD include problems with motor skills, physical … area. Lower Mainland/Greater Vancouver 604 660-9382; Outside Lower Mainland, toll-free in B.C. 1 800 663-1441. …
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