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Condition Basics What is tetanus? Tetanus is a disease caused by a bacterial infection. The bacteria make a toxin, or poison, that causes severe muscle spasms. Tetanus can be very dangerous, but you …
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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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… 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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… 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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… hepatitis B vaccines are given as separate injections they should be given at the same … hepatitis B vaccines are given as separate injections they should be given at the same …
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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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… on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and … the vaccine. It will be free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who …
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… shots starting at age 2 months and ending at ages 4 to 6 years. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and … shots starting at age 2 months and ending at ages 4 to 6 years. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, …
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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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… you help protect others as well. The meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate vaccine … if they have not had all doses of the recommended childhood vaccines that they are … for. For more information on the recommended childhood vaccines in B.C., see the …