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Can I donate blood after receiving a COVID vaccine?

January 25, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, COVID Vaccine, Doctor’s Visits, Family life, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Staying healthy, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Yes, you can still donate blood after receiving a COVID vaccine. There is no waiting period but make sure you are feeling well.

Does my child really have a penicillin allergy?

January 20, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Allergies, Diseases and Conditions, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

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.

Civil unrest and violence: how parents can support their children

January 11, 2021/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

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

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Exposure to COVID FAQs

December 30, 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

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

COVID testing FAQs

December 22, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Doctor’s Visits, Procedures, Right Highlight, Symptoms and exposure/by Rise and Shine

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.