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… immediate, short-term protection against the virus that causes rabies. RabIg contains large amounts of antibodies … immune system makes to fight germs, such as bacteria and viruses. Rabies vaccine provides long lasting protection … The vaccine is made from killed rabies virus and cannot cause rabies. In B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided free to …
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… sodium content of foods can also be found on food labels. Use this information to make lower sodium choices. Food …
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… form a union, you combine your family system with your spouse's or partner's. This requires reshaping your goals and … Transitioning into the new family system. Including your spouse or partner in your relationships with friends and family … family of origin and your friends to now include your spouse. Parenting: Babies Through Adolescents Making the …
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… attack, or help you live longer. Most heart attacks are caused by small plaques the break open and cause a clot, not by large plaques that slow blood flow and cause angina symptoms. Whichever treatment you choose, you …
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… or more. Diabetes and high blood pressure are the main causes of chronic kidney disease in Canada. About 15% of … Try to choose activities you enjoy and will continue to do. Useful resources Living with Reduced Kidney Function: Book …
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… is a virus that attacks the liver. There are different viruses that cause hepatitis and how it is transmitted vary between types … chronic hepatitis B, a lifelong illness, which can cause serious liver disease. Most (95%) adults who are exposed …
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… Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are the symptoms? … (often explosive) diarrhea Abdominal cramps and bloating Nausea Flatulence (gas) Occasional fever Loss of appetite … Help stop the spread of germs For information on the use of antibiotics, visit: Do Bugs Need Drugs at …
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… Daddy?" Recognize own name, when spoken Start to see cause and effect, such as the fact that things fall when … Ask your baby to help you find lost objects Talk about cause and effect: “You dropped Teddy, so now Teddy is on the … within reach. Your baby will also start to understand cause and effect and search for things that were hidden - that …
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… can help. Learning to breastfeed doesn't happen overnight. Useful resources Breastfeeding Breast-feeding Positions …
