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… serious illness or death. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine is offered to all students in grade 6. The meningococcal quadrivalent vaccine is offered to all students in grade 9. Learn about the routine immunizations offered in B.C.: Childhood Vaccines are Safe (HealthLinkBC File #50c) Grade 6 …
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… in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves oral health. Fluoride is added to water in a process called … is a safe, effective and low-cost way to improve oral health for everyone. Studies show that children who … expect to have less tooth decay or other cavity-related oral health problems. Is fluoridation safe? Yes. Fluoride …
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… easily from one person to another. Getting the pertussis vaccine can help you avoid the disease, make it less severe, … babies who aren't old enough to have had the pertussis vaccine. What causes it? Whooping cough is caused by … easily from one person to another. Getting the pertussis vaccine can help you avoid the disease, make it less severe, …
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… may prevent a good response to certain live viral vaccines (such as measles, mumps, rubella, varicella). If you have recently received any of these vaccines, your doctor may have you tested for a response or … vaccinated again later. If you plan on getting any of these vaccines, your doctor will instruct you about the best time …
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… Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). Rarely, this drug can … drug are: aldesleukin "blood thinners" (such as warfarin) vaccines Check all prescription and nonprescription medicine …
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… teeth and gums to the heart valves. Get an influenza (flu) vaccine every year. And get a pneumococcal vaccine. If you've had one before, ask your doctor if you need another dose. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about …
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… teeth and gums to the heart valves. Get an influenza (flu) vaccine every year. And get a pneumococcal vaccine. If you've had one before, ask your doctor if you need another dose. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about …
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… medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection. Contact your … blisters/redness. Moxifloxacin may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well. Tell your health care …
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… medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new yeast infection. Contact your doctor if … blisters/redness. Ciprofloxacin may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well. Tell your health care …
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… have developed other cancers (such as secondary leukemia, oral cancer). Your risk is greater if you have received this … Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). To lower the chance of …
