Teens Ignoring Coronavirus Warnings? Talk to Them With These Tips in Mind
How to help your teen navigate current social challenges Many teens and pre-teens emerged from mandatory lockdowns to slow the spread of COVID-19 starved for the company of their friends. Despite new rules of engagement that include wearing face coverings and avoiding large gatherings, some young people packed sidewalks, restaurants, beach and parks. There were hugs and […]
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How to Safely Visit Older Relatives During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Keep your grandparents and others safe One of the constant refrains during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been that older age groups have an increased risk of infection and serious illness if they contract the virus. And that’s meant a lot of separation between kids and grandparents. After six long months — and […]
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How to Protect Yourself from the Coronavirus While Traveling
Stay safe wherever you go You held off on taking a summer vacation but you can’t fight the urge any longer. You need to go somewhere — anywhere — even if it’s just an hour or two away from home. And even if you’re not going anywhere now, you know that holiday travel […]
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How to Fight Coronavirus Caution Fatigue
As the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues with no end in sight, it’s understandable if, even with the best intentions, your personal social distancing and safety practices have started slipping a little bit. Maybe you’ve found yourself standing next to family and friends at distances closer than six feet. Perhaps you’ve gotten […]
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Is It COVID-19, a Cold or Seasonal Allergies?
Maybe you’ve developed a cough or you have noticed some shortness of breath. While it could be any number of things, it’s not unusual for your mind to wander to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. With so much discussion about the virus and its symptoms, it’s understandable you might start worrying you’ve picked it up. But […]
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