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… Cytomegalovirus (CMV) , which can cause fever, chills, sore throat, swollen glands, body aches, and fatigue. … if weakness spreads to muscles that control breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. Call your doctor or get help … Guillain-Barré syndrome. How is Guillain-Barré syndrome diagnosed? Your doctor will ask when your symptoms started and …
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… reactions may cause: Hives . Swelling of your tongue, throat, or other body parts. Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. … and other symptoms. How are allergies to insect stings diagnosed? Your doctor may do a physical examination and ask you … if you're stung and how to give the shot. Also, be sure to wear a medical alert bracelet or other jewellery that lists …
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… given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With risk … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B … including fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given with other routine … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your …
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… by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur mainly in the summer and early fall. What are the symptoms? Symptoms start 3 to 6 … usually start suddenly and may include a fever, sore throat, headache or loss of appetite. Vomiting and diarrhea …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis A … free to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine is also provided free to people at … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health …
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… Norovirus outbreaks occur in B.C. communities every year. Outbreaks occur year round but are more common in the winter months. … of dehydration include: less urination, a dry mouth and throat, and dizziness. This is more likely to occur with …
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… vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and children 2 years of age and older are given 2 doses of the vaccine to … may be a challenge. Cholera Adults and children over 6 years of age are given 2 doses of vaccine to take orally at … may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your …
