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Winter safety tips from Safe Kids DC

The Safe Kids DC team has a few winter safety tips to keep the children in your life safe outside, in the car and at home!

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Does my child really have a penicillin allergy?

Less than 10% of all people who report a penicillin allergy are truly allergic. Of those who are truly allergic to penicillin, over 80% will lose their allergic tendency over a period of ten years.

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Civil unrest and violence: how parents can support their children

It’s important for parents to go to their children and initiate conversations about hard things.

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Exposure to COVID FAQs

Wondering what to do if your child was in contact with someone who is COVID-positive or is exhibiting symptoms of the virus?

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COVID testing FAQs

With coronavirus cases on the rise, you may be contemplating COVID-19 testing for your child. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the test.