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… Topic Overview What are immunizations? Immunizations save lives. They are the best … and adolescents? Childhood immunization schedules may vary in each province and …
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… ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable …
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… against measles. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, mumps, rubella … was widely available. Vaccination and pregnancy Women should avoid becoming pregnant … ibuprofen to children under 6 months Featured topics Health Authorities Some health …
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… chickenpox, talk to your doctor about a blood test for antibodies to that virus. If you aren't … and whooping cough (pertussis) are dangerous diseases for newborns and young infants. The …
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… the virus even before he or she has any symptoms. Chickenpox is most easily spread … because of the close contact. What are the symptoms? The first symptoms of chickenpox usually develop about …
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… be passed from a mother to her baby during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding. HIV … HIV can spread the virus to her baby during pregnancy, delivery, or breastfeeding. How HIV … in her blood to undetectable levels during pregnancy. Continues treatment during …
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… 66 Why is immunization important for health care … at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your … you and your family and friends. What routine immunizations are recommended in B.C.? The …
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… 07b What are rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? Rabies immune globulin (RabIg) … germs, such as bacteria and viruses. Rabies vaccine provides long lasting protection … against infection from the rabies virus. The vaccine is made from killed rabies virus and …
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… from donated human blood that is tested for safety. All blood donors are screened for … protection against infection. It can prevent illness or make the illness less … Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first …
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… ages. This builds the best protection. Don't babies get natural protection from the mother? During the last few weeks of pregnancy, mothers give their babies some … is protected against. The protection the baby gets does not last long. Haven't we …
