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… Symptoms of COVID-19 Last updated March 28, 2025 On this page: COVID-19 symptoms If you have symptoms If you are a priority … but their symptoms may suddenly worsen in a few days. Children have similar but milder symptoms to adults. To …
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… Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Last updated October 9, 2024 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by the virus … if you feel chills or feverish. You may also need to help children or close contacts who are older or chronically ill …
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… COVID-19 mRNA vaccines Last updated April 23, 2025 … People 5 years of age and older should get one dose. Children 6 months to 4 years of age and people with weakened … under the armpit, nausea and vomiting. Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have a decreased …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Child Abduction On this page: Overview Overview Many parents worry about their child being abducted. You can teach your child how to reduce …
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… COVID-19 or Flu? How to Tell On this page: Overview Overview … body aches Headache Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults) COVID-19 has another symptom that also … body aches Headache Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults) COVID-19 has another symptom that also …
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… Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 On this page: Overview Overview Most people who have COVID-19 recover in 2 to 6 weeks with no long-term problems. … infection. These problems are known as long-term effects of COVID-19. This can happen even if the person had mild or no …
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… Deciding to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine On this page: Overview Overview It's important to know the facts about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some details to help you learn … Getting the vaccine The vaccine protects you from getting COVID-19. And if you do get COVID-19 after being vaccinated, …
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… Choosing Child Care On this page: Overview Beginning Your Search Individual Care Providers Group Child Care Providers Helping Your Child Get Started Paying … a university degree or are pursuing further education. Families usually are matched with an au pair through an …
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… Your Child and the Dentist On this page: Overview Related … a dentist A visit to the dentist can be a scary thing for children. The odours, the tools, the sounds, and the big person with the mask can all upset a child. When choosing a dentist for your child, think about …
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… Child Abuse and Neglect On this page: Overview What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms Effects on a Child's Health When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests … with you. Get to know your child's friends and their families. Screen all caregivers, such as babysitters and …
