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… the information is here. Do you want to know about immunizations? Are you wondering if you should have a … Helping a Person During a Seizure Helping Children During Immunizations Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight Helping … the COVID-19 Pandemic How to Get Up Safely After a Fall Immunizations Immunizations and Pregnancy Immunizations for …
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… The infection may last longer in people with a weakened immune system. People with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), those who have had an organ or … and follow the instructions provided If you have a weakened immune system, you should discuss your risk of …
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… from sexual contact. And it can occur in people with a weak immune system. The infection is more common in warm, humid … as your body fights the virus. People who have a weakened immune system may have dozens of larger bumps. These may … to prevent spread to sexual partners. People with weakened immune systems also are usually treated. If you need …
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… a few weeks. It can be more serious for people with weak immune systems or blood disorders, such as sickle cell … to anyone else. Some people, such as those who have weak immune systems or blood disorders, may be able to spread the … you can return.) If you are pregnant or have a weak immune system or certain blood disorders, see your doctor. …
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… body's natural defence system that helps fight infections ( immune system ). The immune system normally protects the body from viruses and … antibodies to fight them. In an allergic reaction , the immune system starts to fight substances that are usually …
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… or are currently using other medications that weaken the immune system/increase your risk of infection (such as immunosuppressants, cancer chemotherapy) or other medications that affect the immune system (immunomodulators). Ask your doctor or …
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… and people with long-term illnesses or with impaired immune systems that make it hard to fight infection. How is … through your nose. Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends that everyone 6 months old … children who have long-term health problems or an impaired immune system . Children and 6 to 59 months of age. Women …
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… attack red blood cells. Antibodies are proteins made by the immune system . Normally, antibodies bind to foreign … antigens different from yours (incompatible blood), your immune system destroys the transfused blood cells. This is … during pregnancy or delivery. This causes the mother's immune system to make antibodies against the baby's red …
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… to B.C.’s routine infant, school-age and high-risk adult immunization programs. Most chronic (long term) HBV … series or have not had HBV infection before, hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIg) and/or hepatitis B vaccine may be … with. Depending upon the type of exposure and their immunization history, they may need to have blood tests and …
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… disease (COPD), and other chronic lung diseases. A weakened immune system or taking medicines, such as steroids, that suppress the immune system. This also includes medicines taken because of … worse if you have conditions like these. Have a weakened immune system. You may be at higher risk for getting very …