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Join us for the second episode in the two-part pediatric series Kids Coping with COVID-19: Adolescents and Young Adults. Host Dr. Vanessa Raabe welcomes Nanc...
- 11 min
- The NETEC
Jan 7, 2022 · “Because a lot of children will have mild illness, what you can do for them at home is the same as you would do for the common cold,” says Dr. Antonia Stang....
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- Alberta Health Services
- How Do I Know If My Child Has Covid-19?
- Where Can I Get A Covid-19 Test?
- When Should I Call My Doctor?
- How Long Can I Expect My Child to Be Sick?
- How Can I Take Care of My Child at Home?
- Should Other People in The Home Be Tested?
- How Can I Protect Others in The Home from Covid-19?
- What Is The Difference Between Isolation and Quarantine?
- How Long Does My Child Need to Isolate?
- How Long Do Other Family Members Need to Quarantine?
Your child should be tested for COVID-19 if they have any of the following symptoms: 1. Fever 2. New sore throat 3. New cough (not related to chronic illness) 4. New shortness of breath or difficulty breathing 5. New runny nose/nasal congestion 6. New loss of taste or smell 7. New muscle ache Children with COVID-19 may also have abdominal (belly ar...
You can find a testing site and information about COVID-19 testing at the Massachusetts Department of Health’s website.Check the website before scheduling to make sure you know if the test is free, covered by your insurance or if you will need to pay. If you are not sure, call the testing site or your insurance company. You can also use a home test...
Children with mild symptoms (such as fever, mild sore throat, nasal congestion, mild cough, aches, and pains) can usually be taken care of at home without needing to see or call your health care provider. You should call your doctor’s office if your child has any of the following: 1. Fever, based on the following: 1.1. In babies under 12 weeks, a f...
Each child is different. Some children may not be very sick at all. Others may have high fevers and feel very sick. Your child may continue to have mild symptoms for up to 2 weeks.
The care for a child with COVID-19 is the same as for any child with the flu or a virus. These are the most important things to do for your child: 1. Stay calm and comfort your child. 2. Wear a mask when within 6 feet of your child when caring for or comforting them. 3. If your child is younger than 12 weeks old, call your doctor’s office for any f...
We recommend that anyone exposed to a child with COVID-19 be tested. An exposure is defined as being within 6 feet of a person with COVID-19 for 15 minutes within 48 hours of their onset of symptoms or positive test (if asymptomatic, or not showing symptoms).
Wear a mask when within 6 feet of your child.Wash your hands every time you have close contact with your child.If your child is old enough, they should also wear a mask when within 6 feet of anyone in your home.If possible, your child should stay in a space separated from others and use a separate bathroom.Isolation is for people who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who has symptoms of COVID-19. Quarantine is for people who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. The CDC has more information here.
Note: The CDC guidelines change frequently, so you should check the CDC's website for any updates. This was the CDC guidance as of January 4, 2022. Your child must stay at home for 5 days following the positive COVID-19 test or if they have COVID-19 symptoms. After 5 days, your child can leave the home (if they can wear a mask around others) and on...
If your child is isolated, it is best for your child’s primary caretaker to quarantine at home. Household members who test positive should isolate. Guidance around the need for quarantine with an exposure is changing. See the CDC, Massachusetts Department of Public Health or your state website for the most up-to-date guidance. Once your child’s iso...
Apr 5, 2024 · COVID-19 can sometimes be treated at home. Understand emergency symptoms to watch for, how to protect others if you're ill, how to protect yourself while caring for a sick loved one and other coping tips.
Aug 12, 2020 · Providing care at home for a person sick with COVID-19? Or caring for yourself at home? Understand when emergency care is needed and what you can do to prevent the spread of infection.
Nov 23, 2021 · With COVID-19 cases on the rise at schools, an expert explains what you need to do if your kid tests positive, including symptoms and when they can return to class.
Apr 3, 2020 · How to help your child recover at home. While COVID-19 can certainly be scary, most people, especially children, will likely have mild symptoms that can be managed at home. Follow these simple steps to help your child feel better quickly:
