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… others as well. The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine … and how to prevent spreading measles to others. Measles (HealthLinkBC File #14b) Measles (rubeola) Measles rash … and more. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #14a) Measles, mumps, rubella and …
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… and usually does not progress to chronic disease. It is a vaccine-preventable illness. Learn more about hepatitis A: Fulminant Hepatitis Hepatitis A Hepatitis A Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #33) Immunize BC: Hepatitis A Protect … B Immune Globulin - Injection Hepatitis B Immune Globulin (HealthLinkBC File #25b) Hepatitis B Infant Vaccine …
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… Most are given as shots. They are sometimes called vaccines, or vaccinations. In many cases when you get a … include: footnote 1 Bacterial meningitis. Chickenpox. Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (also known as whooping cough). …
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… Coronary artery disease Dementia Hearing loss in adults (HealthLinkBC File #71c) High blood pressure Osteoporosis … at higher risk of complications from influenza. Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help you stay … Seniors Should Get the Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12a) Mental and emotional wellbeing There …
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… on how second-hand smoke can harm babies and children, see HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand … tests or hearing loss see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #71b Hearing Tests for Infants and … Files: HealthLinkBC File #50a Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines HealthLinkBC File #50b The Benefits of Immunizing …
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… weeks before travel. The travel clinic may recommend travel vaccines depending on where you are going, what you plan to … recommendations for children under 2 years old, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellants and DEET . How can I … For more information, visit the following HeatlhLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #41e Traveller’s diarrhea …
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… and spreading it to others by: Getting an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands … care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . When should I see a … For more information, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #12a Why seniors should get the …
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… soon as possible. If you have not completed a hepatitis B vaccine series or have not had HBV infection before, … For more information about the hepatitis B vaccine, see HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B Vaccine . If you live … Do not share razors, toothbrushes, dental floss, nail files or other personal care items or medical devices that …
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… the genital area and may cause serious burning. Is there a vaccine for HPV? There are 2 HPV vaccines available in … has occurred. For more information on the HPV vaccines, see HealthLinkBC File #101b Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines … on how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted …
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… items, such as toothbrushes, dental floss, razors, nail files or other items which could have tiny amounts of blood … How can I prevent getting or passing HCV? There is no vaccine available for HCV. To prevent hepatitis C … care provider. For more information See the following HealthLinkBC Files for more information: HealthLinkBC File …
