What To Do If You Are Sick With COVID-19
Those at lower risk for complications from COVID-19 can treat their symptoms at home in most cases, according to health officials. However, if you or someone you know has developed warning signs for more serious illness such as the complications listed below, it is important to seek medical care immediately. (This list does not include […]
7 Tips to Consider When Traveling Amid COVID-19
After a year of putting off vacations and road trips, many of us are eager to get back to traveling – whether it’s here in the U.S. or abroad. But, as COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our communities, there are things we should consider to stay healthy and well. Travel increases your risk of contracting […]
How to Explain the COVID-19 Vaccine to Your Child
Now that the Pfizer vaccine has been green-lighted for those ages 5 to 11, many parents are wondering if it’s safe to vaccinate their children—and if so, how do you explain such a complicated topic to someone so young? First and foremost, experts in pediatrics and infectious disease insist the science is clear: the benefits […]
Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19 Vaccines
Get the answers to common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines, including vaccine safety, who should get the vaccine, when the vaccine will be available, and more. Getting Vaccinated Why should I get the vaccine? All COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing COVID-19, hospitalizations, and death. By getting vaccinated, you are reducing your risk of disease, […]
Preguntas frecuentes sobre las vacunas COVID-19
Obtenga las respuestas a preguntas frecuentes sobre las vacunas de COVID-19, incluida la información sobre la seguridad de las vacunas, quién debe recibir la vacuna, cuándo estará disponible la vacuna y más. Vacunarse ¿Por qué debería vacunarme? Todas las vacunas de COVID-19 son efectivas para prevenir el COVID-19, hospitalizaciones y muerte. Al vacunarse, reduce el […]
Returning to work and continuing to breastfeed? You can do it!
By Jessica Donahue, RN, IBCLC After getting breastfeeding off to a good start, most new moms have questions about continuing nursing after returning to work. The following Q and A will help get you started. How can I pump extra milk while on my maternity leave and store it for my return to work? Pump […]