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When will a vaccine be available for COVID-19? December 4, 2020

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At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and
spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
Although highly anticipated, a public vaccine most likely won't make a debut until 2021.
Vaccine development has several stages of testing before it's approved, and it's possible more
than one vaccine will be developed to combat the virus.

Posted in Covid 19 | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, covid19, face masks, handwashing, masks, pandemic, prevention, social distancing, social gatherings, symptoms, vaccine

Getting Tested for Coronavirus December 4, 2020

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Covid-19 is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
If you suspect that you have COVID or have had contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID then you should be tested.
If you have been tested for Covid-19, you should self-quarantine until the results have been received.

Posted in Covid 19 | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, covid19, face masks, handwashing, masks, pandemic, prevention, social distancing, social gatherings, symptoms

How likely is my family to contract COVID-19, and how sick would we get? December 3, 2020

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At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and
spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
Younger children should avoid contracting the disease to avoid infecting friends and relatives.
Risks increase drastically during and after the 30-39-year-old age group, especially after 65 years of age.

Posted in Covid 19, Uncategorized | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, covid19, face masks, handwashing, masks, pandemic, prevention, social distancing, social gatherings, symptoms

What are typical symptoms of Coronavirus? November 16, 2020

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At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
Covid-19 affects people differently and has a wide range of symptoms ranging from mild to severe.
If you suspect you or a family member has Covid-19, isolate the sick person immediately and contact your primary care physician.

Posted in Covid 19, Uncategorized | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, covid19, handwashing, masks, prevention, social distancing, social gatherings

How can I prevent contracting Coronavirus? November 12, 2020

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At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
Keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe by taking safeguards that help prevent contracting the virus.
Handwashing, mask-wearing, and physical distancing are some of the most important precautions you can take.

Posted in Covid 19, Uncategorized | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, covid19, handwashing, masks, pandemic, prevention, social distancing, social gatherings

How does Covid-19 spread? November 2, 2020

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Covid-19 is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
Easily spread, even by people without any symptoms, Covid-19 is more easily transmitted than the annual flu.
Taking steps to lower the risk include wearing a mask and maintaining a six-foot distance from those outside your household.

Posted in Covid 19 | Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, prevention

10 Flu Prevention Tips January 4, 2019

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The flu is highly contagious and can be dangerous.
Flu prevention protects you, your family, and those too vulnerable for vaccination.
Flu shots are essential, but only one of a series of steps you can take to protect yourself.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips | Tagged flu, flu season, illness, illness prevention, prevention, tips, winter

Protecting our children from sexual abuse April 13, 2015

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Reduce your children’s risk by carefully evaluating and limiting (when possible) any time spent in isolated, one-on-one situations with other children, youth, and adults.
Educating your children about sexual abuse doesn't mean they won't ever become a victim, but it does offer an important line of defense.
Children who have been prepared will know how to respond to any threats and will feel more comfortable coming to talk to you.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged child abuse, early childhood, middle childhood, parenting, prevention, sexual abuse

National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month April 6, 2015

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One in six boys and one in four girls will experience some form of sexual abuse before the age of 18.
In about 90 percent of cases, children are abused by somebody who is known and trusted by the child and the child’s family.
Be sure to report to the authorities if you suspect child abuse, find child pornography, or if a child discloses abuse to you.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged child abuse, early childhood, middle childhood, parenting, prevention, sexual abuse

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