It’s another unfortunate consequence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic: Children who have needed medical attention have not received it because their parents are worried about them catching the infection in a clinic or hospital. This fear may be understandable, but it’s potentially dangerous because other illnesses haven’t disappeared during these challenging times. “We’ve…
Fitness enthusiasts across the country may be eager to resume their indoor workouts as gyms reopen their doors. But is it safe to walk into a gym to pump iron or take a spin class during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-2019) pandemic? The experts say: Working out inside in close proximity to others is risky.…
For many children, one of the highlights of summer is attending camp, and it’s good for them too. No matter what your child’s interests are, camp helps children develop important social, emotional and cognitive skills and create memories that can last a lifetime. But is it safe to send your child to camp during the coronavirus disease…
With schools closed and extracurricular activities canceled for months because of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-2019) pandemic, most children have not seen their friends or peers in person for what may feel like eternity for them. And for children, time spent with peers is a vital part of growing up and an essential part of…
A couple of months ago, if your sink started leaking, you probably went to YouTube for a tutorial on how to fix it yourself. And when your kids were acting up, you might have dreamed about calling your babysitter, but you didn’t. After all, public health experts encouraged strict physical distancing and limiting interactions with…
For many people, the most difficult part of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-2019) pandemic has been not seeing family and friends. Months of social distancing and staying at home have meant a temporary end to trips to Grandma’s or movie nights with friends. It’s natural to want to see the people you love, but it’s…
When the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak first emerged in the United States, healthcare providers pressed pause on non-urgent in-person visits to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to avoid overwhelming the healthcare system. Most medical practices turned to telehealth—also called virtual care—to provide healthcare to patients while limiting exposure to the virus. These efforts…
Children do not appear to be at higher risk of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) than adults, and while some children and infants have been sick with COVID-19, adults make up the vast majority of known cases to date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children make up about 1.7 percent of COVID-19…
Maintaining health for you and your loved ones is always important, but making decisions about getting care during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic can be confusing and even scary. The good news: Physical distancing appears to be working to help limit the spread of the virus and prevent healthcare systems from being overwhelmed. These…
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a threat to all people, but those with heart disease especially need to be on high alert. That’s because while COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness, anyone with coronary heart disease or hypertension—especially anyone over age 50 with these conditions—is more likely to be infected and develop more…
It’s on everyone’s minds: What happens if you or a loved one begins to experience symptoms of coronavirus disease 2019/COVID-19? It’s a scenario no one wants to face, but the reality is that you might. If you suspect you may have a infection, what happens next hinges on your circumstances. First, call your healthcare provider;…
If you’ve been stuck in bed with flu-like symptoms and a wet cough that produces mucus and doesn’t respond to cold and sinus medicines, you may have pneumonia. A lung infection that triggers inflammation in one or both of your lungs, pneumonia is usually caused by a bacterial infection, but viral infections can cause it,…
