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Download PDF: Document English Introduction Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a serious infection of the airways. Early symptoms are similar to the common cold and include sneezing, runny nose, mild …
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… one person to another. Getting the pertussis vaccine can help you avoid the disease, make … aren't old enough to have had the pertussis vaccine. What causes it? Whooping cough is … one person to another. Getting the pertussis vaccine can help you avoid the disease, make …
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… the pertussis vaccine may be given to babies at an earlier age, starting at 6 weeks … out mucous and make it hard to breathe. In babies, pertussis can cause periods of apnea … in which their breathing is interrupted. Babies less than 6 months old, immunized …
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… irritated throat. Honey or lemon juice in hot water or tea may help a dry, hacking cough. Gargle. Try gargling with warm salt water to help ease a sore throat caused by … from the lungs and helps prevent bacterial infections. People with asthma and other lung …
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… running down the back of the throat (post-nasal drip) from an upper respiratory … running down the back of the throat (post-nasal drip) from an upper respiratory …
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Getting Started A strong cough is important to help clear the lungs of mucus. If you have a weak cough or a lot of mucus, you may need an assisted cough. If you have enough strength and balance, you …
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… to help clear the lungs of mucus. If you have a weak cough or a lot of mucus, you may … your doctor before trying this. Some people shouldn't try an assisted cough. This may … your doctor before trying this. Some people shouldn't try an assisted cough. This may …
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Getting Started A strong cough is important to help clear the lungs of mucus. If you have a weak cough or a lot of mucus, you may need an assisted cough. In an abdominal thrust (or Heimlich-type) …
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… the materials you need, such as tissues, pillows, a thin cloth, or towels. If you have a … certain positions to use. Upper lobes (back) Upper lobes (front) Lower lobes (side) … or teens. Watch the child for signs of pain and discomfort. If you notice this, you …
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15b The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. …
