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… against rubella. For more information, see: HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine HealthLinkBC File #14e Measles, mumps, rubella … exposure to the rubella virus. Contact your health care provider to schedule an …
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… has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is … 1 in 20,000 people with mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of … with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage …
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… The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find … and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. HealthLink BC offers trusted health information online and by phone, 24 …
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Condition Basics What is rubella? Rubella is a very contagious (easily spread) illness caused by the rubella virus. It is usually a mild illness. But in rare cases, it may cause more serious …
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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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… 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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… against measles. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine and HealthLinkBC File #14e Measles, mumps, rubella … ibuprofen to children under 6 months Featured topics Health Authorities Some health …
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… MMR vaccine-which combines 3 vaccines into 1 injection-causes autism since symptoms of the … MMR vaccine-which combines 3 vaccines into 1 injection-causes autism since symptoms of the …
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… and spreads easily. When an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes, the virus … hours. You can become infected when you breathe in these droplets or touch objects … and spreads easily. When an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes, the virus …
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… 14c What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common … (MMR) Vaccine Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine The vaccines are free as … a fever Get plenty of rest Use an ice pack or heating pad for a swollen or painful jaw. Be …
