What is rubella?Rubella, also known as German measles, is a disease caused by the rubella virus.Rubella is usually a mild illness but can be very seri
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
What is mumps?Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common childhood disease before immunization. It is now more common in young a
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
Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free.Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an app
What is C. difficile?C. difficile, also known as C. diff, are bacteria that live in the bowel of up to 7% of people without causing illness. Your inte
Prepare for your child's vaccinesVaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead to a more positive immunization experience for both you an
Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure.What is in childhood vaccines?Vaccines are made with in
Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free.Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an app
What is measles?Measles is a serious illness caused by the measles virus. It can cause encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain, which can lead to s
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
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 MMR vaccine?The MMR vaccine protects agains
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
Rarely, more serious reactions can include seizures caused by fever (about one child in 3,000), a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent
Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free.Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an app
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.Janet and Nathan's storyJanet thought 2½-year-old Natha
