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Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib)

Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib) Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a severe bacterial infection which occurs mostly in infants and children under 5.

Since the introduction of Hib-containing vaccines, rates of Hib disease have dropped dramatically.

In 2007, there were only 4 cases of Hib in BC.

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A Parent Story About Hib Meningitis 

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      Video - Maryjean's Story 
Last Updated: January 12, 2010