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How is the vaccine administered?

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The vaccine is administered as a series of three shots in the upper arm over a period of six months. The second dose is given one month after the first dose and the third dose is given six months after the first. All three doses must be received to have maximum protection. More than 95% of children and adolescents, and more than 90% of young, healthy adults develop adequate antibody response from the three doses.
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How is the smallpox vaccine administered?

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To administer the smallpox vaccine, the World Health Organization recommends use of a bifurcated needle. Typically, the vaccine is given in the deltoid area of the nondominant arm in order to avoid limitation of use should a reaction to the vaccine occur. Unless the injection site is grossly contaminated, cleansing of the area is generally not required. If cleansing of the injection site is needed, use of soap and water is preferred.
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Can the anthrax vaccine be administered in both pre- and postexposure settings?

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Should a patient with a heart condition be administered the smallpox vaccine?

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Can hepatitis A vaccine be administered concurrently with other vaccines?

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Yes. Hepatitis B, diphtheria, poliovirus (oral and inactivated), tetanus, oral typhoid, cholera, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, and yellow fever vaccines and immune globulin can be given at the same time that hepatitis A vaccine is given, but at a different injection site. Yes. Although studies have not been done to examine this issue, there is no reason to believe that using single-antigen vaccine from different manufacturers would be a problem.
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Must a VIS be given out every time a vaccine is administered?

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Yes. A VIS must be given out with every vaccination, including each dose of a multi-dose series. This is done for several reasons. The statement might have been updated between visits, or the health status of the child could have changed (e.g. he or she may have an evolving neurological disorder). It is desirable for the person getting the shot or their representative to actually take the VISs home, because they include information that may be needed later (e.g.
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What is the dosage for Canine Melanoma Vaccine, and how and where is it administered?

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The therapeutic vaccine is administered transdermally in four doses biweekly. Each 0.4 mL dose is injected in the medial thigh using the Canine Transdermal Device. The strengths of the spring systems in the two devices are different and cannot be interchanged. The VET JET has only been approved for use in cats for the administration of PUREVAX Feline Leukemia vaccine. The Canine Transdermal Device has a much stronger spring system for intramuscular administration in dogs.
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Who should not get the vaccine?

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Has a moderate to severe illness. If this is the case, the person may receive the vaccine when feeling better.
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CDC Smallpox | FAQ About Smallpox Vaccine
People who should not get the vaccine include anyone who is allergic to the vaccine or any of its components(polymyxin B, streptomycin, chlortetracycline, neomycin); pregnant women; women who are breastfeeding; people who have, or have had, skin conditions (especially eczema and atopic dermatitis); and people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have received a transplant, are HIV positive, are receiving treatment for cancer, or are taking medications (like steroids) that suppress the.
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There seems to be a lump at the site where the vaccine was administered. Should this be of concern?

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After vaccination we would expect a swelling of up to approximately 3-8 cms to develop at the site of injection, usually lasting 2-3 days. Rarely this could last up to three weeks. It should have no effect on your horse's appetite.
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Can a PPD be administered to a patient has had BCG vaccine?

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Yes. As we understand the current recommendation, you should interpret the PPD result without consideration for the person’s BCG status. Even if they have a history of BCG vaccination, if there is a strong positive PPD reading you should interpret it as infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. (2/13/03) More Information There are at least two different pentevalent vaccines available.
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Can influenza vaccine be administered safely simultaneous with other vaccines?

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Inactivated subunit vaccines, like Influvac®, do not interfere with the immune response to other inactivated vaccines or to live vaccines. An inactivated vaccine can be administered either simultaneously or at any time before or after a different inactivated vaccine or live vaccine.
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How is it administered?

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What are some of the procedures administered?

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The latest pain management techniques available are used at The Clinic. Once a "bad nerve" has been located through evaluation and testing, non-invasive nerve blocks can provide relief. In additional, medication may be prescribed, and steroids may be injected. Once the pain has been controlled, physical or occupational therapy may be recommended to rebuild the unused muscles near where the pain was.
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How often is an exam administered?

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If a job is on continuous recruitment, the exam will be administered several times a year. This can vary depending on the number of applicants, the type of exam, and the needs of the hiring agency. If the exam is current and only open for a short time period, it will be administered shortly after the closing date.
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How often should the doses be administered?

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One half teaspoon (2.5ml or 50 drops) of ColicCalm should be given whenever symptoms of colic appear, and can be repeated every 30 minutes up to a maximum of 6 doses in a 24 hour period. ColicCalm can be given prior to feeding or afterwards…whenever baby is distressed by colic, upset stomach, gas, hiccups, teething or acid reflux. It is only necessary to give when needed, when you recognize that baby is starting to get uncomfortable and before things start to escalate.
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How is Kepivance® administered?

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The first three doses should be administered prior to myeloablative therapy, such that the third dose is administered 24-48 hours before myelotoxic therapy. The last three doses should be administered after myelotoxic therapy; the first of these doses should be administered after but on the same day as hematopoietic stem cell infusion and at least 4 days after the most recent Kepivance® administration.
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How is the WDC administered?

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The Department of Employee Trust Funds and the Deferred Compensation Board have statutory authority for program administration and oversight. The Board contracts for administrative services (marketing, record keeping, daily program administration) through a competitive bid process. Great-West Retirement Services is under contract to provide these services through at least November 30, 2008.
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BOTOX ® has been traditionally used to treat frown lines, forehead creases and crow's feet around the eyes.
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How is the vaccine given?

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The smallpox vaccine is not given with a hypodermic needle. It is not a “shot,” like many vaccinations. The vaccine is given using a bifurcated (two-pronged) needle that is dipped into the vaccine solution. When removed, the needle retains a droplet of the vaccine. The needle is then used to quickly prick the skin several times for a few seconds. The pricking is not deep, but it will cause a sore spot and one or two drops of blood to form. The vaccine usually is given in the upper arm.
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What is the smallpox vaccine made of?

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The vaccine is made from a virus called vaccinia, a virus related to smallpox but that does not cause smallpox. The smallpox vaccine helps the body develop immunity to smallpox. It does not contain the smallpox virus and cannot spread smallpox.
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Are there any side effects of the vaccine?

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Yes, side effects can result from smallpox vaccination. Mild reactions include swelling and tender lymph nodes that can last two to four weeks after the blister heals. Up to 20 percent of people develop headache, fatigue, muscle aches, pain, or chills after smallpox vaccination, usually about eight to 12 days later. Some individuals may have rashes that last two to four days.
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What is and who can get the HPV vaccine?

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The HPV vaccine, Gardasil, is a series of three injections to vaccinate against 4 strains of the Human Papilloma Virus most responsible for cervical cancers. At this time, the vaccine is only available for women ages 9-26 but studies and supplies are underway to make this more widely available.
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Once a vaccine is available, who would get it first?

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Initially, we will have limited supplies of a pandemic vaccine and it will need to go to those at highest risk of getting ill. We will work to get the vaccine to those groups.
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