How likely is my family to contract COVID-19, and how sick would we get?
December 3, 2020
Article at a Glance
- At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and
spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
- Younger children should avoid contracting the disease to avoid infecting friends and relatives.
- Risks increase drastically during and after the 30-39-year-old age group, especially after 65 years of age.
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Utah Car Seat Safety: What You Need to Know
November 19, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Car seats can reduce the chance of a fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for children ages 1 to 4.
- Infants under 2 should remain in a rear-facing car seat and children under 8 years of age need to be in a car seat or booster.
- Learning how to properly install and use your child's car seat makes it more effective.
What are typical symptoms of Coronavirus?
November 16, 2020
Article at a Glance
- At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
- Covid-19 affects people differently and has a wide range of symptoms ranging from mild to severe.
- If you suspect you or a family member has Covid-19, isolate the sick person immediately and contact your primary care physician.
How can I prevent contracting Coronavirus?
November 12, 2020
Article at a Glance
- At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
- Keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe by taking safeguards that help prevent contracting the virus.
- Handwashing, mask-wearing, and physical distancing are some of the most important precautions you can take.
Child Ear Infection Symptoms and Treatment
November 5, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Knowing what to look for can go a long way towards helping your child feel their best.
- Earaches and ear infections are not the same and need to be treated differently.
- Healthy habits and immunizations are two of the things that help prevent earaches.
Supporting the Siblings of Special Needs Kids
November 3, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Growing Up With An Autistic Sibling.
- Protect them from burnout.
- Take advantage of resources for siblings of children with special needs.
How does Covid-19 spread?
November 2, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Covid-19 is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
- Easily spread, even by people without any symptoms, Covid-19 is more easily transmitted than the annual flu.
- Taking steps to lower the risk include wearing a mask and maintaining a six-foot distance from those outside your household.
Eleven Ways to Reduce the Risk of SIDS
October 29, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is one of the leading causes of death among babies under one year of age.
- Reduce the risk of SIDS by placing babies on their back to sleep and making sure they are in a safe sleeping environment.
- Offering a pacifier, breastfeeding, immunizations, room sharing, and keeping your baby from getting too warm all reduce the risk of SIDS.
Tobacco Use in Students is on the Rise
October 29, 2020
Article at a Glance
- A survey of Utah students in grades 8, 10, and 12 showed the percentage of teens who tried e-cigarettes rose to 12 percent.
- The long-term effects of e-cigarettes have not been studied and there is no proof that they are safe.
- E-cigarettes may pave the way for a more serious addiction to cigarettes.
Child Bedwetting Solutions
October 27, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Some longstanding parental strategies for correcting bedwetting simply do not work.
- The “wait-and-see” approach can leave serious conditions undiagnosed.
- Bedwetting that suddenly occurs after potty training may signal underlying conditions.
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