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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are …
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… Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is given to children as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at … of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. For children who also need protection against chickenpox … in less than 1 in 20,000 people with mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles …
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… The MMRV vaccine is given as 1 dose to kindergarten age children starting at age 4. Most of these children would have received 1 dose of MMR and varicella … in less than 1 in 20,000 people with mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles …
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… Tip #1: Prepare your child before the visit All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their caregivers. … a matter-of-fact, supportive approach Toddlers and young children: In general, toddlers and pre-school age children over 2 years of age should be informed about the …
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… poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish … protected with mosquito netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When children 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are … https://immunizebc.ca/chickenpox . Vaccines protect children from serious illness, disability, and death. Be sure your children get all their vaccines on time. When you get your …
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… and stored in a locked location or out of the reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing … time. You should know what the number is and not exceed it. Children and supervision Children must be supervised at all times. Most hot tub or …
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… in less than 1 in 20,000 people who get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… and behavioural development of infants and young children. Lead-based paint is a dangerous source of lead but … such as learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead … contain lead. If it contains lead, the paint will have a warning label. How can I test my home? You can check painted …
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… appears as a bright red rash on the face, especially in children. It’s sometimes called "slapped cheek" disease. … who get fifth disease have no symptoms. The most common signs of fifth disease that differ from other illnesses are: … slapped, while the area around the mouth looks pale. These signs are usually seen only in children A red, spotty, …
