by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Jul 31, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestExperts say small group practices and clean common areas should be among the guidelines before children return to the playing field. Getty Images The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued guidelines for children playing sports during the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts say parents should consider how a team practices and plays, as well as […]
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Jul 22, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestWhile risks to children are low, Black children face higher risks than white children when undergoing surgery. Getty Images A new study published this week in the journal Pediatrics examined the records of more than 170,000 relatively healthy...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Jul 11, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestMany sites won’t test younger children for COVID-19 because of their low transmission rate. Getty Images Many testing sites across the country have put limits on when children should be tested for COVID-19. The restrictions began when testing...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Jul 7, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestExperts say more programs are needed to help mothers with prenatal and postnatal depression. Getty Images Researchers say children of mothers who experience depression are more likely to develop depression as they get older. The results from their...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Jun 17, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestA new study examined how COVID-19 symptoms differ for children compared to adults. Getty Images Research on COVID-19 pediatric patients is still limited, but a new study offers a fresh perspective on the early diagnosis and epidemic control of...
