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… vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … an influenza vaccine need 2 doses given 4 weeks apart. The second dose improves their level of protection. What are the … vaccines. GBS may be associated with influenza vaccine in about one per million recipients. Always report serious or …
Medical tests
… The doctor will inject numbing medicine in the skin over your bone. He or she will put a needle through your skin and … It Feels This procedure may be painful, but only for a few seconds. You may feel a sharp sting and burn when the … from the breastbone, so most people don't have to worry about this risk. Results Biopsy results are usually ready in …
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… Canada approved the vaccine. It will be free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Call your health care … of 3 doses. The first dose is at 2 months of age, the second at 4 months and the third at 6 months. They should … problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die. Tetanus , …
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… and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health is to avoid tobacco and nicotine use altogether. … as addictive as cigarettes. There is a lot we do not know about the long-term health risks of vaping. If you choose to … that could put you at risk Do not vape around others. The second-hand vapour from an e-cigarette might be harmful. The …
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… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … much evidence as possible is obtained. For more information about sexual assault and to learn what support services are … carefully with soap and warm water for at least 15 to 20 seconds. Waterless alcohol-based hand rinses can be used as …
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… Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour Formaldehyde and other … and using low-VOC products and building materials in your home Biological contaminants: Keep the house clean and …
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… test indicates that you are not protected you will need a second series of vaccine. If you completed a rabies vaccine … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
Medications
… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … These reactions occur more often during the first and second treatments. Your doctor will monitor you closely. If …
Medications
… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … Wait 5 minutes, then shake the mixture well for 30 seconds. Shake the suspension well before measuring each …
Medications
… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … emergency number, use another dose. Five minutes after the second dose, if you still have chest pain and the ambulance …
