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… The hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least 6 months … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? …
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… It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola … should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours after your child’s fever has gone away, the roseola rash develops. …
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… Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… brain, which can lead to seizures, deafness, or brain damage. One out of every 3,000 people with measles may die from … or traveled to an area with a measles outbreak, have yourself examined by a health care provider. It is best to … the clinic at a time when the waiting room is empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, …
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… The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis; or With risk … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … who are at least 7 years It is typically given to adults aged 18 years and older. Adults who were immunized against … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is …
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… of influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for … vaccine given by injection is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy …
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… a pregnant woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth … be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be immunized after your pregnancy, preferably before leaving the hospital. …
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… is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with weakened immune systems can be … for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the … If you have been exposed to the chickenpox virus, your treatment will depend on your age, personal health, and …
