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… Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why Last updated February 1, … Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is in childhood vaccines? Vaccines are made with … Childhood vaccines are safe (#50c) Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why (#50d) A better immunization …
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… regardless of any concerns, between age 6 to 12 months. What signs and symptoms should I watch for? Your child … or people Avoiding books or screens Bumping into things What can I expect at my child's vision test? Your child can have an eye …
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… Document Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is usually clear for … to cause a sudden change in your vision. You may not need surgery right away. A change in your glasses or the use of a … What symptoms will I have and when should I call my doctor? Expected symptoms: Within 24 hours after surgery Blurry …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are folate and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found … multivitamin with 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folic acid every day. What should I look for when choosing a multivitamin with … such as Crohn's or Celiac disease, gastric bypass surgery, advanced liver disease or receive kidney dialysis …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is necrotizing fasciitis? Necrotizing fasciitis … also occur. The pain is often far greater than you would expect from the wound or injury. The pain can sometimes … must be carried by blood to the infected site to work. Surgery, combined with antibiotics, is the usual treatment. …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the COVID-19 protein subunit vaccine? The COVID-19 … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of the vaccine? Immunization is the … or your local emergency number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is Q fever? Q fever is a disease that spreads from … can live for months and even years in dust or soil. What are the symptoms of Q fever? About half the people who … The disease rarely, if ever, spreads from person to person. What is the treatment for Q fever? Most people who get Q …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are COVID-19 mRNA vaccines? The COVID-19 mRNA vaccines … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of the vaccines? Immunization is the … or your local emergency number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. After …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in … chemical analysis that includes fluoride testing. What are the benefits of water fluoridation? Fluoride levels … Studies show that children who drink fluoridated water can expect up to 35 percent less tooth decay than those who …
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… and be more likely to try and enjoy a variety of foods. What should I feed my baby? Your baby can eat many of the … Rice, pasta, quinoa, couscous, barley Unsalted crackers What are some sample menus for my baby? Below are sample … can be offered before or after human milk or formula. Do what works best for you and your baby. The amount your baby …
