Parenting During COVID-19
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Parents Shouldn’t Hesitate to Vaccinate Kids Younger Than 5
The volume of misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines on the internet and elsewhere is fueling doubts and scaring parents.
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COVID-19 Booster for Kids Under 12: What Parents Need to Know
Expanding boosters to kids in this age group has many parents asking questions. Amy Edwards, MD, pediatric infectious disease specialist at University Hospitals Rainbow & Children's, helps answer them.
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Mental Health Problems for Kids on the Rise with COVID Pandemic
The U.S. surgeon general recently sounded an alarm about a mental health crisis gripping the nation’s children and adolescents. Symptoms of depression and anxiety have spiked, as have emergency room visits for mental health issues.
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A More Traditional Halloween Celebration is Possible This Year
Last year, traditional celebrations were discouraged and people were advised to put out bowls of candy to avoid contact. That isn’t necessary for most people this year. Here’s why.
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Tips for Partnering With School for Your Child With Special Needs
You know your child is full of potential. And you want to see your child learn, grow and reach that potential in the classroom. That’s why it is so important to team up with the school.
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Why Kids Are More Vulnerable Now To Catching a Warm-Weather Cold
If it seems like warm-weather colds are on the rise this year, they are. Cold viruses have been circulating more than normal this time of year as people shed face masks and attend social gatherings.
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The COVID-19 Delta Variant and What It Means for Kids
The fast-spreading COVID-19 mutation known as the Delta variant has gained a foothold in the United States. The new variant renews concerns about how to keep children safe, especially with another school year around the corner.
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How To Make Shots Less Stressful for Your Child or Baby
When the time comes for your child to get vaccinated, you can take steps to make the experience less stressful for your child. Here are some simple ways that you can support your child before, during and after shots at the pediatrician’s office.