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COVID-19: Questions & Answers About Vaccines for Parents
Here are answers to some questions many parents have about COVID-19 vaccines.
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COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 6 Months to 5 Years for Parents
Children 6 months old to 5 years old now can get vaccinated against COVID-19. Here's what parents should know.
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How to Take Your Child's Pulse for Parents
Need to check your child's heart rate? Follow our guide and check with your doctor if you have questions.
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Can Kids Get a COVID-19 Vaccine, Flu Vaccine, and RSV Shot at the Same Time? for Parents
It's safe for kids to get a COVID-19 vaccine along with any other routine vaccine, including the flu vaccine and RSC shot.
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, an RSV Infection, or COVID-19? for Parents
The flu usually makes kids feel worse than if they have a cold. But it's not always easy to tell the difference. Here are tips on what to look for — and what to do.
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Booster Shots for Parents
The immune protection from a vaccine can fade over time. Booster shots and additional doses can help. Here's how.
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Feeding Your Family on a Tight Budget for Parents
Everyone needs enough healthy food, but many people can't get it all the time. Here are programs that can help.
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Elective Surgery for Parents
Elective surgery means you and the doctor decide when the it will happen. Many elective surgeries are important, potentially life-changing operations. Here's how to plan for them.
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Blood Test: Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) for Parents
Immunoglobulins (antibodies in the blood) can give doctors important information about the immune system, especially relating to infection or autoimmune disease.
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Sickle Cell Disease for Parents
Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that makes red blood cells change shape and cause health problems. Find out how to help your child.