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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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… 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 …
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… to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. Bring a … the travel vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is typhoid vaccine? The vaccine helps …
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… as diphtheria, polio and tetanus and are free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is … with antibiotics. If taken during the early stages of your illness, the antibiotics help reduce the spread of … in contact with a person who has pertussis, you should call your health care provider for more information. What is the …
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… earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external … small (less than one metre square), you can clean the mould yourself. Make sure you wear household rubber gloves, safety …
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… control or constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, your health care provider may send you for a blood test. How … myself against infection from HTLV-1? You can protect yourself from being infected with HTLV-1 by: Never sharing … No, unless you have a HTLV-1-associated illness for which your health care provider thinks testing is needed, or you …