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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is an infection caused by the … for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the … severity of the illness. Most healthy children will only need to stay at home and rest. Pregnant women, newborn …
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… Facts about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is influenza? Influenza is an acute infection of the … the influenza virus. Getting sick with influenza also puts you at risk of other infections. These include viral or …
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… Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why Last updated February 1, … ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … – Some vaccines are made from live germs or toxins, which need to be killed or made inactive so they do not cause …
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… Feeding your baby formula: Before you start Last updated October 30, … Vietnamese Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 months of their life. It’s recommended … human milk or infant formula. If you have questions about what to feed your baby, contact your health care provider, a …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious … vegetables, meats and seafood. The level of temperature needed to kill botulism bacteria for low-acid foods can only … lid and a pressure gauge. By cooking under pressure, you can increase the temperature of boiling water from 100°C …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are enterococci? Enterococci are bacteria found in the … to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter … If you are carrying VRE and you are healthy, you do not need treatment. You can continue with your normal …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What should seniors know about the inactivated influenza … vaccine each year. The vaccine is available at no charge. You can find information on booking an appointment to get … pneumococcal vaccines at the same time. Most people only need 1 dose of pneumococcal vaccine in their life and will …
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… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January … unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . Answer yes or no to the following sentences … their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given as more than 1 dose, or more than once. To …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is chronic hepatitis? Chronic hepatitis is an … chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider …
