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… is detected, hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You may … or following conversations Must concentrate to understand what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There are 2 …
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… vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s diarrhea and cholera vaccine? The … at home. It is important to follow the instructions. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? Reactions … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… travel plans, recreational activities, medical needs, and what you should pack in your travel health kit Contact your … and to ensure that you have the right vaccinations Find out what kind of medical care will be available at your travel … plan to a local medical facility with a safe blood supply What immunizations should I have before I travel? If your …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection … mouth after they have handled an infected pet or animal. What are the symptoms? Symptoms usually appear 3 to 7 days … safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods from rodents What is the treatment for yersiniosis? If you have …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of the hepatitis B vaccine? The … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine? The … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of pneumococcal polysaccharide … or the 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 asbestos? Asbestos refers to a group of naturally … (a rare form of cancer of the lining of the body cavity) What are the risk factors for asbestos exposure? Many … If you are renovating an older house, be alert to unexpected sources of asbestos. Power sanding floor tiles or …
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… unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . Answer yes or no to the following sentences … answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn more. What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have … are Safe HealthLinkBC Files #50d Childhood Vaccines: What is in the Vaccines and Why HealthLinkBC Files #50e A …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the polio vaccine (IPV)? The polio vaccine protects … diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and Hib in other vaccines. What are the benefits of the polio vaccine? The polio … number. It is important to 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 pertussis? Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a … less than 3 months of age who have not been immunized. What is pertussis vaccine? There are a number of pertussis … it can spread up to 3 weeks after the cough starts. What are the symptoms? Pertussis starts like a common cold …
