Common Viruses Archives

What are the symptoms of coronavirus in children under 2 years?

June 25, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Infections and Illness, Q&A Forum, Right Highlight, Symptoms and exposure/by Rise and Shine

Symptoms of coronavirus in children include fever, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, muscle aches, diarrhea, vomiting and headache.

Mother wearing a homemade protective mask and putting one to her daughter

Should children wear masks?

April 22, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Infections and Illness, Right Highlight, Staying healthy/by Rise and Shine

The short answer is yes, children 2 years and older should wear a cloth face covering when they’re in places outside their homes where social distancing is not possible.

What to do if your child tests positive for COVID-19

April 13, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Infections and Illness, Right Highlight, Symptoms and exposure/by Rise and Shine

If your child is currently well enough to be cared for at home, give them fluids, medicines for fever and pain, and make sure they rest.

Can I breastfeed if I have COVID-19?

March 26, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Breastfeeding, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Family Life, Infections and Illness, Pregnancy, Right Highlight, Risk factors/by Rise and Shine

The bottom line is that if you have tested positive for COVID-19, in all likelihood it is safe to continue to breastfeed your child.

A kid’s video guide to coronavirus

March 25, 2020/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Infections and Illness, Staying healthy, Symptoms and exposure/by Rise and Shine

This video guide to coronavirus helps children understand some of the changes we have made in our daily lives due to COVID-19.