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… haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine Who should get the Td vaccine? The vaccine can be given to … against tetanus and diphtheria when they were younger should get a booster dose of the Td vaccine every 10 years. … immunized or do not have a record of prior immunization should also get the vaccine. The vaccine may also be given …
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… addressed during this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, … know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye doctor (optometrist or … between age 6 to 12 months. What signs and symptoms should I watch for? Your child should see your family …
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… vaccine (flu vaccine) . On this page: Flu symptoms Who should get an influenza vaccine? Getting vaccinated against … about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) . Who should get an influenza vaccine? Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a yearly influenza vaccination with rare …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age …
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… Polio Vaccine (IPV), is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the polio vaccine? The inactivated polio vaccine … exposed to polio virus, for example through work or travel, should also get the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Surgery Other Treatment … Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on … that are important to many health problems. Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study? Cause You snore when the flow …
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… Health Topics Medical Tests Make a Wise Decision Take Action Open/close information section Health Topics … in Water and Water Delivery Childbirth: Opioid Pain Medicines Childbirth: Perineal Massage Before Labour … information section Make a Wise Decision Breastfeeding: Should I Breastfeed My Baby? Depression: Should I Take …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the chickenpox vaccine? Children get the … in grade 6 who have not received 2 doses of the vaccine should also receive the vaccine. Grade 6 students who have … doses. Grade 6 students who have never received the vaccine should get 2 doses at least 3 months apart. The vaccine is …
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… Information Overview For the first day or two of back pain, take it easy. Being less active and avoiding movements that … for back pain Medicine can reduce low back pain, but it should be used along with other treatments, such as heat or … can try acetaminophen. Follow your doctor's advice for all medicines. When should you call for help? Call 9-1-1 anytime …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I disinfect my drinking water? Water from lakes, … filtration or using a combination of these methods. When should I disinfect my drinking water? In most cases, … Cover and let stand for 30 minutes before drinking. You should notice a slight chlorine smell after the 30 minutes. …
