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… of age who have not been immunized. What is pertussis vaccine? There are a number of pertussis vaccines available … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis b, polio and h aemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine How does pertussis … that may trigger coughing. Have frequent small drinks of fluid, and make sure to get enough to eat, as coughing …
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… to Canada, who have traveled overseas. Is there a measles vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … comfortable while you rest and recover: Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …
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… program helping lower-income pregnant people, families and seniors access locally produced, nutritious foods. Learn … kitchen. Better at Home Community-based services that help seniors with daily tasks such as grocery shopping so they …
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… not routine in many parts of the world. Is there a rubella vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … comfortable while you rest and recover. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …
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… older adult may be severely dehydrated (not getting enough fluids) or suffer from malnutrition (not getting enough … someone is being abused and/or neglected, you can call seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) to receive … should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower …
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… has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … comfortable while you rest and recover. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …
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… Care: Brushing and Flossing Your Teeth Should I Get a Flu Vaccine? Should I Have Allergy Shots for Allergies to Insect … Infant Death Syndrome Basic Dental Care Blood and Body Fluid Precautions Blood Pressure Screening Blood Thinners: …
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… are similar to other respiratory illnesses, including the flu and the common cold. Protect yourself and your community … you stay protected. For information on getting a COVID-19 vaccine, please visit: Government of British Columbia: … to how you manage other respiratory infections like influenza (flu). Stay home if you feel sick and take …
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… should I do if I see a crime of harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower … or to get help, call or visit the following services: Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at …
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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 Canada: Cervarix® and Gardasil®9. Both vaccines protect against infection by HPV types that cause …
