Life Kit How To Keep Your Kids Safe From The Delta Variant
Aug 30, 2021
Pien Huang, an NPR health reporter, shares insights from public health experts on keeping kids safe as they return to in-person schooling. She discusses the significance of the FDA's approval of the Pfizer vaccine and its impact on younger children. Huang provides practical strategies for managing COVID-19 symptoms and navigating quarantine guidelines amidst the Delta variant surge. Parents will appreciate the timely advice on safety measures and vaccination considerations to protect their families during these uncertain times.
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Seema Lakdawalla's Experience
- Seema Lakdawalla's child woke up with a runny nose during summer camp.
- Lakdawalla kept her child home, consulted a doctor, and determined it was allergies.
Responding to Child Illness
- Keep children home if they show any signs of illness, even mild ones.
- Consult a pediatrician and consider COVID-19 testing based on symptoms, exposure, and local transmission rates.
Managing a Positive Case
- If a child tests positive, isolate them and implement household precautions like masking and ventilation.
- Prepare a plan in advance, including assigning care responsibilities and identifying backup support.
