COVID-19
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WHAT WE DON'T KNOWThe COVID 19 virus is called a novel virus because it is new to humans. This means that we don't know a lot about it and information will change as more is known.
We are not sure how long somebody can have the virus before developing symptoms but think it may be between 2 and 12 days. It is not known how long a person remains infectious after they develop the infection, which is why 14 days of isolation is recommended. It is not known whether a person who has had the infection can be infected again. Please stay up-to-date with recommendations for Maryland department of health. https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/ SYMPTOMS OF COVID 19While the disease is often less severe in children, some of the following may be experienced by children.
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WHAT YOU CAN DO
WHAT YOU WILL NEED!Having some routine supplies on hand will make this difficult time a little easier. Here are a few suggestions. Avoid hoarding to ensure there is some for everybody!
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CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS.If your child has asthma, please be sure to use the maintenance inhaler as you were instructed. If you are unsure, call the office for guidance.
For children with chronic health conditions, please call the office if the child should develop a fever and cough. We would rather hear from you as soon as symptoms present. WHEN TO SEEK HELP!
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INFANTS LESS THAN 3 MONTHThere is some evidence that newborn infants may experience more severe symptoms of COVID-19 than older children.
As with all newborns, avoid exposing the baby to more people than necessary. Limit contact to close family caregivers only and stress good hand washing! Avoid persons who are going into large group settings, have travelled out of state in the past 14 days, or anybody who is sick. Although it is not known whether COVID-19 can be passed in breast milk, there is currently no evidence that it is and breast feeding should be continued whenever possible. Vaccines should be administered as per the recommended routine schedule. WHEN YOUR CHILD IS SICK. If your child is sick, care for them as you would if they had the flu.
Manage their fever with medicine, warm sponging and cool drinks https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/fever-in-children-treatment#1 Keep them drinking small amounts frequently. Don't worry if they don't want to eat. They will eat when they feel better. Rest at home and isolate until back to full health. Call the office or on-call doctor if you have any concerns or need advice. KEEP THEM ISOLATED! The family should also remain isolated. |