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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may … have a wound and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is …
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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of … immunization history, you may receive a dose of hepatitis B vaccine when you get HBIg. You may need more doses of …
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… (COPD) is a chronic condition that damages the lungs, getting worse over time. The disease can cause persistent … COPD are at higher risk of severe problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines can reduce the risk … season Pertussis (whooping cough) (HealthLinkBC File #15c) Shingles vaccine (HealthLinkBC File # 111) Pneumococcal …
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… bumps that look like bubbles on the skin. You may get a blister on your foot when you wear shoes that rub … as red bumps that turn into blisters and then scab over. Shingles . These blisters look like chickenpox. But they … last shot was. You have not received 3 doses of the tetanus vaccine series. For a clean wound , you may need a shot if: …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to receive … their disease. This includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other people. A person with HIV can …
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… baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your … Pertussis, and Polio. You may also need the following vaccines: Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Influenza Rabies Japanese … from mosquito bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria Prevention . How can I protect myself against the Zika …
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… illness? COVID-19 causes a mild illness in many people who get it. But certain things may increase your risk for more … you have a chronic health problem, ask your doctor if you should take extra precautions. The more of these things you … about ways to manage your risk. Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine? The simple answer is yes. The COVID-19 vaccine is …
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… time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and lesions. Cervical … HPV infection? Three out of 4 sexually active people will get at least one HPV infection at some time in their lives. … the genital area and may cause serious burning. Is there a vaccine for HPV? There are 2 HPV vaccines available in …
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… during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they should also seek treatment. Both men and women can get yeast infections. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of a … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …
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… is the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be … Skin infections can be caused by frequent scratching. What should I do with my clothes, bed sheets, and towels? All … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …
