The same Pfizer vaccine that has been used in adults has now been authorized for children 12 and older. Here are the facts about the vaccine, backed by information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
With the loss of normalcy during COVID-19, the environmental conditions in which people are born, live, and work as they relate to unhealthy weight, race and ethnicity have been exposed and magnified.
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The education system, students and parents are in unusual times. Large school districts have adapted to new learning environments while impacted by COVID-19. Here are some lessons learned to help any parent navigate the 2020-2021 school year. Read More
Children get sick or hurt every day, even during a pandemic. Parents may be hesitant to use Urgent Care facilities during this trying time, but health and safety is what we do! Read More
If there’s one thing we know about COVID-19, it’s that long holiday weekends lead to COVID-19 spikes. Winter holidays could lead to even bigger spikes, as people gather indoors during the cold weather. Read More
These days, more and more children are being tested for COVID-19. The swab is different from anything many of us have ever experienced, and advance preparation can help make the test less scary for kids. Here are some tips for parents. Read More
There’s a new spooky character this Halloween that we’re all trying to avoid – COVID-19. The CDC and AAP aren’t recommending traditional trick-or-treating, and some communities may even discourage it, so it’s time to get a little creative. Read More
Physical distancing is an important part of COVID-19 ground rules, so it may take some extra creativity on the part of parents and kids to keep everyone extra safe. Here are some ideas and tips to have fun on the spookiest day of the year! Read More
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common birth defect, occurring in about 1 in every 100 births. If adults with underlying heart conditions are at increased risk for COVID-19, researchers wondered if the same would hold true for children. Read More
Getting a good night’s sleep is so important to our mental and physical health. Like so many things recently, COVID-19 has significantly disrupted the sleep of children and adolescents. So what can we do to get back to a healthy sleep routine? Read More
