What is hepatitis B immune globulin?Hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIg) provides immediate, short-term protection against hepatitis B infection. HBIg h
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any immunization. There is an extremely rare possibility of a life-threatening alle
Keep your child safe.Get all vaccines on time.By getting all the vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime.
Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure.What is the hepatitis B vaccine?The hepatitis B vaccine
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a millio
The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations. You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, an
Keep your child safe.Get all vaccines on time.By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime.
Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure.What is the hepatitis B vaccine?The hepatitis B vaccine
Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g., Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g., Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone und, *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider.For more information on Reye synd
It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine. There is an extremely rare possibility of a life-threatening allergic
What is second-hand tobacco smoke or vapour?Second-hand tobacco smoke or vapour is a mix of smoke or vapour released by burning or heating tobacco or
What is E. coli infection?E. coli infection is a type of diarrheal illness caused by bacteria called Escherichia coli. It affects the digestive tract
How to make a 200 ppm no rinse sanitizing solution:Mix 15 mL (1 tablespoon) of household bleach into 4 litres (1 gallon) of water; or mix 5 mL (1 teas
Cook whole or mechanically tenderized cuts of beef to a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F). If cooking steaks, turn at least twice during co
What are ticks?Ticks are tiny bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, which feed on blood. Different ticks prefer feeding from different types of anima
What kinds of alternative tobacco and nicotine products are sold in B.C.?When people think of tobacco products, they usually think of cigarettes. Howe
Health concerns of hot tubs and poolsHot tubs and pools can provide an environment for pathogens (germs) to grow. Germs can make you sick and can incl
What are the health concerns of hot tub and pool use?Hot tubs and pools can provide an environment for bacteria to grow. These bacteria can make you s
What is chlamydia?Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your inte
