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Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is the best way to prevent the spread of the virus and protect families from serious illness. Watch this video to learn about how the vaccines work.

Should Kids Have In-Person School During the COVID-19 Pandemic? Education during the COVID-19 pandemic is complicated. Last year some schools stayed open. Others used a hybrid model with a mix of in-person and remote learning. Many kids stayed home full-time and attended classes virtually. Some key things became clear as the year went on: Going to school …

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When the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic first started, we learned that social distancing was an important way to prevent the virus from spreading. What Is Social Distancing? Most of us call it “social distancing,” but it can help to think of it as “physical distancing” instead. Social distancing puts space between people. By keeping their distance from others, …

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Q. Should kids get a COVID-19 vaccine? A. Yes. The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Getting one can protect kids from getting infected with the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The vaccines, which had been recommended only for adults and kids 12 and older, soon will be available for kids 5 to 11 years old too. Occasionally, …

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We’ve learned a lot about coronavirus (COVID-19). Here are some answers to questions about coronavirus and pregnancy. Do Pregnant Women Have a Higher Chance of Getting Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Experts don’t know if pregnant women are more likely to get coronavirus than other people. But because of the changes women go through during pregnancy, they may be more likely …

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Even as more and more people get vaccinated against COVID-19, masks are still a proven way to help stop the spread of the virus. How Do Masks Help? COVID-19 can spread when people breathe, talk, cough, or sneeze. Wearing a mask keeps the virus from reaching others. It also can stop the virus from reaching you. An added bonus is that …

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Some kids might have gotten behind on their medical care because of delayed or canceled medical visits during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. It’s very important for kids to see their doctors as needed, for well-child visits and other care. Here’s what parents should know about visiting the doctor during this time. Should Healthy Kids Still Go for Checkups? It’s …

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Practicing social distancing means keeping a distance of at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people. Here’s why it’s so important in the fight against coronavirus (COVID-19).

Wearing a mask or cloth face covering in public helps stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). This video explains how masks help keep you — and others — healthy.

You want to make sure that what your kids hear about coronavirus (COVID-19) is reliable. Here’s how to talk about it. Find Out What Your Child Already Knows Ask questions geared to your child’s age level. For younger children, you could say, “Do you have questions about the new virus that’s going around?” This gives you a chance …

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