Summer fun is almost synonymous with water play. But with the number of COVID cases still rising, parents are feeling torn between taking the kids to the pool and playing it safe. As some neighborhood and public pools begin to open up, there are many concerns. Can COVID spread in the pool? After all, we're [...]
As the world tries to reopen, there are still a lot of answers and information about the coronavirus that are unknown. Public health experts, doctors, and epidemiologists are learning new things about how the virus spreads, ways to treat it, and the best ways to prevent it. What about our four-legged family members? Can pets [...]
July 4th is usually celebrated by hosting parties with lots of friends and family. But this year may be a little different. Firework safety is always a priority, but now COVID-19 prevention should also be first in mind while celebrating. Although it's easy to forget about the pandemic when we're outdoors enjoying ourselves, folks should [...]
COVID-19 has changed how we operate: from home and schools, to businesses and medical facilities. Emergency rooms especially have had to adjust quickly in how they provide medical care. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there have been about 1.5 million ER visits related to COVID-like symptoms. Some states have seen over 20,000 [...]
If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve probably heard about a serious illness that is linked to COVID-19 and primarily affects children – Kawasaki disease. Although the disease is still classified as rare, cases have been popping up in Montreal, Quebec, New York, and Louisiana. Should parents be worried? Are the recent cases of Kawasaki [...]
It’s hard to keep up with all the updates of the COVID-19 pandemic. At first, testing was not available. Now it is available… but not for everyone. And now, you’re hearing about the COVID-19 antibody testing. What is it and should you get it? Let’s look at a few things you should know. What’s the [...]
As we enter into what seems like the 20th month of surviving the coronavirus, some states are beginning to open back up. Residents can get back to doing some of the things they did before the quarantine. Unfortunately, even as cities lift restrictions, it’s important for everyone to continue to social distance. The last thing [...]
Are you tired of sheltering at home? Are your children tired of remote learning and being away from their friends? After being on lockdown for nearly a month now, many people are beginning to get cabin fever. Parents and children alike are ready for things to return to normal. Unfortunately, in order to stop the [...]
Coronavirus tests can produce results within 4-6 hours to several days. However, the US is short on supplies. As a result, manufacturers are now rushing to produce more tests and not everyone can get tested for COVID-19. But, if you think you’re having symptoms, here’s what you should do. What if I Have Coronavirus Symptoms? [...]
With anxieties high due to the spread of coronavirus, we can’t help but to wonder how to keep our little ones safe from this virus. How cautious do we need to be? How does coronavirus affect children? Although the pandemic has already taken many lives across the globe, there is a silver lining. So far [...]
