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… and younger children Watch a video to understand more about childhood asthma. Learning that your child has asthma can … support from Child Health BC and the BC Lung Association. Childhood Asthma: A Guide for Families and Caregivers Asthma … that people with asthma and their loved ones get vaccines to reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. …
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… is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common childhood disease before immunization. It is now more common … cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … (MMRV) Vaccine The vaccines are free as part of routine childhood immunizations and to others that need protection …
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… is the easiest way to keep them healthy. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth decay refers to the development of cavities … tooth decay? The following factors may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or …
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… BC. They provide information on health topics like: Childhood and adult disease prevention Infant vision and …
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… go away, and wheezing. Other symptoms may also develop in childhood, such as: Clubbing (rounding and flattening) of … at www.cysticfibrosis.ca to find one. Doctor visits and vaccines Regular visits with the team involved in your … airway clear. Make sure your child gets all the recommended childhood vaccines, as well as the pneumococcal vaccine. …
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… What is pertussis vaccine? There are a number of pertussis vaccines available in B.C. that protect against pertussis. The pertussis vaccines are provided in combination with other vaccines … vaccine is recommended for adults who were immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an …
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… When you get vaccinated, you help protect others as well. Vaccines are very safe for you and your family. It is much … For more information on immunizations, including routine childhood immunizations, travel vaccinations and flu … during respiratory illness season including information on vaccines, visit the Handling respiratory illnesses page. …
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… traveled overseas. Is there a measles vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine The vaccines are provided free as part of routine childhood immunizations and to others that need protection …
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… topics can tell you what to expect at each stage of childhood. And our health topics can help you care for them … Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism and Vaccines Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Autism: Behavioural … Patterns Child Who Is Overweight: Medical Evaluation Childhood Fears and Exposure to Violence Children's Growth …
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… parts of the world. Is there a rubella vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine The vaccines are free as part of routine childhood immunizations and to others that need protection …
