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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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… 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 … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider.    For more information on Reye …
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… in children under 6 months of age without first talking to your health care provider. Always use the dosage indicated in the product instructions or as recommended by your health care provider. What are the symptoms of reye syndrome? Symptoms of Reye syndrome include: Unusual sleepiness or lack of energy Diarrhea and rapid breathing in …
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… to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency … to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get rabies immune …
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… for food items such as vegetables, meats and seafood. Your pressure canner should come with complete instructions. … recommended testing and frequency procedures, to make sure your canner is being operated safely and correctly Check … it in the garbage. Do not feed the questionable food to your pets or any other animals. After throwing it away, wash …
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… If you are going to be travelling, make sure to discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you … the travel vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. Which immunizations do I need to get if I am …
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… or traveled to an area with a measles outbreak, have yourself examined by a health care provider. It is best to … the clinic at a time when the waiting room is empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, … for at least 4 days after the rash first appeared Washing your hands regularly Coughing or sneezing into a tissue or …
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… of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? Speak with your health care provider if you have had a life-threatening …
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… occurring element, high concentrations may be bad for your health. Fluoride is recommended to prevent tooth decay … For more information on water fluoridation, please contact your dentist or dental hygienist, the dental program at your local public health unit, or the British Columbia …
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… precautions when handling deteriorating pipes to protect your health against inhaling asbestos that is released into … from asbestos-cement pipes is not considered a risk to your health. While it is also possible that water droplets … drinking, contact the local environmental health officer at your health authority: First Nations Health Authority …