FLU
Flu is a highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract caused by the influenza virus. As the virus evolves constantly, it is recommended that you get vaccinated every year.
Recommended for
Everyone 6 months of age and older. People with a chronic illness, people aged 75 and over, and pregnant women.
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How to treat the flu
COVID-19
COVID-19 is an infection caused by the constantly evolving SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. It is therefore recommended that you get vaccinated every year.
Recommended for
People aged 70 and over or with a weakened immune system or a chronic illness (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, etc.).
Tetanus
Tetanus is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, which can enter the body through a cut or bite wound.
Recommended for
Everyone
*Availability varies by province
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Causes, prevention, and treatment of tetanus
Hepatitis A & B
Hepatitis A and hepatitis B are contagious liver infections caused by a virus. The chances of contracting the virus increase when traveling to certain parts of the world.
Recommended for
Everyone
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Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B infections
HPV
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually-transmitted virus.
Recommended for
Everyone, as of 3rd grade.
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Genital warts caused by HPV
Measles
Measles is a serious and highly contagious disease. It is caused by a virus that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, sneezes or speaks.
Recommended for
Children aged 12 to 18 months and all those who have never been vaccinated.
*Availability varies by province
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How to recognize and treat measles
Whooping Cough
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious disease that causes severe, uncontrollable coughing fits.
Recommended for
Infants aged 2 months and over, and pregnant women.
*Availability varies by province
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How to recognize and treat whooping cough
Pneumococcal Infections
These infections are caused by the Streptococcus pneumonia bacteria.
Recommended for
People with a chronic illness or over 65.
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Causes, symptoms and treatment of pneumonia
Shingles
Shingles happen when the virus that causes chickenpox stays in your body and can reactivate at any time during your life.
Recommended for
Ages 18+ for those at increased risk, and ages 50+
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Recognizing and preventing shingles
RSV
The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a seasonal virus that circulates from fall to spring, affecting the respiratory system.
Recommended for
People aged 60 and over.
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Bronchiolitis caused by RSV
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