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… have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, … pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis vaccine is provided free to grade 9 students in B.C. Adults who were not immunized against pertussis as children …
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… area well with soap and water. If you are splashed in the eyes, nose or mouth, rinse well with water. If you have been …
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… test? You may need a TST for various reasons, including screening for work, school or volunteering. You also may …
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… dietary changes you can make. Limit sodium intake Most adults only need 1500 mg of sodium each day, but many eat … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) …
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… these areas. How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and children 2 years of age and older are given 2 … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . …
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… 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some human milk Adults over the age of 50 years What should I look for when … D Food Serving size Amount of vitamin D IU µg Salmon, sockeye, canned 75g (2 ½ oz) 557 13.9 Salmon, pink 75g (2 ½ oz) … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults …
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… to be higher in cadmium. Limit intake to 12 per month for adults and 1.5 per month for children. Nutrition Series … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) …
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… you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is approved for adults and children age 2 months of age and older. It is … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children … to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . It …
