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I got the HPV4 vaccine. Can I get the HPV9 vaccine? I hear it covers more strains.
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I am temporarily in another province. Can I get the HPV vaccine for free?
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What vaccines do adults need?
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Do I need cervical screening if I've been vaccinated for HPV?
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I am not a resident of BC. How can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
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I am not a resident of BC. How do I get an influenza (flu) vaccine?
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Where can I get an RSV vaccine? Is the vaccine free?
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Is the HPV vaccine free for males who have sex with males?
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Is it okay for household contacts of pregnant people to get the live-attenuated influenza (flu) vaccine (FluMist®)?
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I did not get an invitation to book an influenza (flu) vaccine appointment, I deleted the invite, I need to reschedule an appointment, I did not receive a booking confirmation, or I need help booking an appointment. What should I do?
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I did not get an invitation to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment, I deleted the invite, I need to reschedule an appointment, I did not receive a booking confirmation, or I need help booking an appointment. What should I do?
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I recently had a COVID-19 infection. How long should I wait to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine?
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How do I get my COVID-19 immunization record?
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When can I get my updated COVID-19 vaccine?
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My child stepped on a nail. Do they need a tetanus vaccine?
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How do I know what vaccines my child needs?
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How can I get a copy of my child's immunization record?
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How do I find my immunization records?
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Do COVID-19 vaccines contain fetal cells? Were abortions performed to make the vaccines?
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My child is afraid of needles. How can I make the immunization experience easier for my child?
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Where can I get my child immunized?
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Can COVID-19 vaccines affect the menstrual cycle (period)?
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Where can I find a list of the ingredients in the COVID-19 vaccines currently approved for use in Canada?
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How do I report a COVID-19 vaccine adverse event?
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Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for children and youth?
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Why should my child or youth get vaccinated against COVID-19? Doesn’t it usually cause mild illness in children and youth?
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Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other vaccines?
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How do I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
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I just recovered from COVID-19. Should I wait to get my influenza vaccine?
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Will the nasal spray influenza (flu) vaccine be available for kids this year?
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