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July 10, 2021

CDC Updated Guidance on Schools

Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd Ph.D.
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD

We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…

July 10, 2021

How can I keep kids safe around water?

General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD

A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…

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