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Why Do We Need COVID-19 Testing in K-12 Schools?

While vaccinations continue to help put the worst of COVID-19 behind us, that does not mean public health measures can

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4 Back-to-School Health Tips for Parents

We hope families everywhere are enjoying summer and the quality time that comes with the season! Before we know it,

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How Much Do Our Children Understand About COVID-19?

As the school year comes to a close and we continue to strive towards a semblance of normalcy in our

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What I’ve Learned About How My Kids Learn

None of us would have predicted in March 2020 that our children’s school situations would remain frustratingly amorphous a full

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Commit to Clean: Advice for Parents to Create a Healthy School Environment

Throughout 2020, we saw children across the country learn in ways like never before—virtual, in-person or a hybrid of both.

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Lesson Plans to Help Parents and Teachers Reinforce Healthy Habits

More than in any previous school year, it is important to teach your children healthy habits, and ensure that they

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Self-Care in the Time of Coronavirus

When you’re a parent, self-care often slips to the bottom of the list. But taking care of yourself isn’t a

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Handwashing Tips and Tricks

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended that one of the best ways to combat the COVID-19 is to

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How to Keep Kids Safe from Food Allergies

Was peanut butter and jelly a staple in your school lunchbox? If so, you might wonder why many schools, camps

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Hydration Motivation: Get Your Kids Excited About Drinking Water

We all need to drink more water. And if we want our kids to drink water, it starts with us.

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