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… to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see … Pertussis can cause pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can cause severe coughing that often ends …
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… the amount to give. Be extra careful with liquid medicines. Infants usually need a different dose than older children … to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome , a rare but serious disease. … the amount to give. Be extra careful with liquid medicines. Infants usually need a different dose than older children …
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… A series of inactivated polio vaccine can also be given to infants and children who have already received protection … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … others can result in paralysis of arms or legs and even death. Paralysis occurs in about 1 in 200 people infected …
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… to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … Pertussis can cause pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can cause severe coughing that often ends …
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… Pertussis can cause pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. The bacteria spreads easily when someone coughs, … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …
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… transfused more quickly). Blood transfusions can: Treat a sudden or short-term condition related to sickle cell … of sickle cell disease. Lower the risk of stroke in infants and children. Blood transfusions aren't usually used … rash) to severe ( shock , severe anemia, painful event, and death). Donated blood is carefully screened for diseases …
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… medicine. There are different products and strengths for infants and children. The correct dose and timing of the … to work well. Be extra careful with liquid medicines. Infants usually need a different dose than older children … medicine. There are different products and strengths for infants and children. The correct dose and timing of the …
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… for more information see HealthLinkBC File #25c Hepatitis B Infant Vaccine . People born in 1980 or later who have never … permanent liver damage, which can lead to liver cancer and death. When you get immunized, you help protect others as … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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… if you smoke. And your baby may have a greater risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Babies whose mothers are exposed to …
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… breast milk. Breastfeeding lowers your child's risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). footnote 1 Breast milk may also help …
