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… series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose is given at 4 to 6 years of age. For … as a series of 2 doses to people 13 years of age or older who have not been immunized. They get the second dose … the virus can become active again later in life and cause a painful rash called shingles. For more information on …
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… Health Learning Center Learn about senior health Everyone ages differently. What do you need to feel your best? … in Men Assistive Devices and Orthotics Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment Automated Ambulatory Blood … Home Choosing a Substitute Decision-Maker (SDM) Chronic Pain Chronic Pain Syndrome Comparing Rheumatoid Arthritis …
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… fever vaccination centres in B.C., visit the Public Health Agency of Canada: … and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of age and older can receive the vaccine, which is given as 1 dose or … onset of fever, chills, headache, backache, all-over muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting. In serious cases, you may bleed …
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… Pyloric Stenosis On this page: … birth and 3 months of age. It rarely happens in babies older than 3 months. It usually starts about 3 to 6 weeks … tests, such as an upper GI (gastrointestinal) series or an abdominal ultrasound . Your baby also may need blood tests …
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… Crying Child That Is Not Acting Normally On this page: Overview Overview Crying is a … is wrong with him or her. Infection, illness, injury or pain, or a medical problem may cause a child to not act … Has refused two feedings in a row or is vomiting A baby older than 1 month has a different type of cry than you have …
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… Hysterectomy for Ovarian Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … a sample of peritoneal fluid (peritoneal washings) from the abdominal (belly) cavity, to look for cancer cells. Removing … down. You have signs of infection, such as: Increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness. Red streaks leading from …
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… B.C. immunization schedule Last updated August 19, 2024 Image Keep your family’s vaccinations up to date Vaccines help … diseases, like measles, mumps, and whooping cough On this page: Why are vaccines important? Immunization schedules Book … (#12d) Image Yearly for children 6 months of age and older (The live attenuated vaccine is not approved for use …
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… Suicidal Thoughts or Threats On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … is the only way to solve their problems and end their pain. People who have suicidal thoughts may not seek help … adults, they may include a recent job loss or divorce. In older adults, they may include the recent death of a partner …
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… Nervous System Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … nervous system). The nerve cells that control how you feel pain, touch, or temperature (peripheral nervous system). The … old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… to control these important functions. It also takes messages from your brain to your muscles, organs, and skin. But … E-4 Genetic (DNA) Test Arachnoiditis Aspirin for Pain, Fever, and Inflammation Assistive Devices for People … Bifida Spinal and Epidural Anesthesia Spinal Cord Injury: Abdominal Thrust Assist (Assisted Cough) Spinal Cord Injury: …
