Bacterial & Viral Infections

• COVID-19: How to Isolate at Home

  Someone with a positive coronavirus test is infected and is contagious. They will need to stay home to prevent the virus from spreading to others. Here’s how to isolate at home.

• COVID-19: Kids and Masks

  Wearing masks helps to slow the spread of COVID-19. Some toddlers and young children may feel uneasy about masks. Here’s how to reassure your child.

• COVID-19: Pregnancy FAQs

  We’ve learned a lot about about COVID-19. Here are some answers to questions about the virus and pregnancy.

• COVID-19: Questions & Answers About Vaccines

  Here are answers to some questions many parents have about COVID-19 vaccines.

• COVID-19: Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines

  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.

• COVID-19: What Are Variants?

  We still sometimes hear about “variants” of the COVID-19 virus that differ from the original one that started the pandemic. Here are the basics on variants.

• COVID-19: What to Do if Your Child Is Sick

  Learn how to care for a child with COVID-19, and when to call the doctor.

• Coxsackievirus Infections

  Coxsackievirus infections can spread from person to person. In most cases, the viruses cause mild flu-like symptoms, but can lead to more serious infections.

• Croup

  Croup often causes kids to have a loud cough that sounds like a seal barking. Most cases of croup are caused by viruses, are mild, and can be treated at home.

• Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

  This virus poses few risks to healthy kids, but can cause serious health problems in unborn babies and kids with a weak immune system.