Coronavirus pandemic disrupts crucial vaccination for 80 million children
A new report says the coronavirus pandemic is interrupting immunization against diseases including measles, polio and cholera that could put the lives of nearly 80 million children at risk.
Amid troubling times, YouTube viewers are finding solace in one dad’s helpful home and life tips
There are plenty of guides on fixing toilets and unclogging sinks, but thousands are turning instead to this dad.
Johnson & Johnson to stop selling talc-based baby powder in US, Canada
Johnson & Johnson is ending sales of its iconic talc-based Johnson's Baby Powder in the U.S. and Canada, where demand has dwindled amid thousands of lawsuits claiming it has caused cancer.
Mattel expands #ThankYouHeroes toy collection to drive donations to pandemic’s front line workers
Mattel has announced they will be expanding their #ThankYouHeroes toy collection to continue honoring those who are battling COVID-19 on the front lines.
CDC: Child vaccination rates are down amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says vaccination rates for children have dropped amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children: What parents need to know
Most affected children have had current or recent coronavirus infections, the CDC said.
City of Orlando, Orange County offering summer camps
Campers can expect to see several changes that align with CDC recommendations.
“I just can’t do this.” Harried parents forgo home school
Frustration is mounting as more families across the U.S. enter their second or even third week of distance learning — and some overwhelmed parents say it will be their last.
Premature baby with coronavirus, believed to be Scotland’s youngest COVID-19 patient, defeats virus
An infant believed to be Scotland’s youngest coronavirus patient is on the mend after contracting the novel virus at just 3 weeks old.
Free children’s book from global health organizations helps kids cope with COVID-19
You can download the book, “My Hero is You, How Kids Can Fight COVID-19”, for free online from the Inter-Agency Standing Committee’s website.
COVID-19 is mostly mild and rarely fatal for US kids, data show
While the illness usually isn’t severe in kids, some do get sick enough to require hospital treatment, data suggest.
Sanford neighborhood organizes "bear hunt" for families to get outside
Neighbors in the Lake Forest neighborhood in Sanford are hiding teddy bears in their front windows for children to spot on walks and bike rides.
Kids and coronavirus: What are the dangers?
Like many parents, Kerry McKenna didn’t think her 4-year-old son was in danger of contracting coronavirus.
Daycares struggle but stay open to help essential workers
Few get past the front doors at Ladybird Academy of Wekiva Springs in Longwood these days.
Kids can still transmit COVID-19, should stay home while school is out
Although elderly people and people with compromised immune systems are more likely to fall severely ill from COVID-19, children can still catch the virus and transmit it.
Scholastic offering free educational online activities for children to keep learning
With millions of children home from school over the next couple weeks, Scholastic has put together a website to keep students busy and learning.
Home school teacher offers parents tips amid closings due to coronavirus
Schools across the country will be closing beginning Monday as fears of the spread of the coronavirus continue. This will create a unique situation where students will be expected to begin distance learning or online courses during that time despite not actually being at school.
Krispy Kreme to deliver doughnuts from almost all locations starting Feb. 29
Krispy Kreme will begin nationwide delivery services on Feb. 29, and to commemorate Leap Day, the doughnut company will surprise hospital staff and parents with goodies for any Leap Babies.
Alabama cop shows off dance moves at Mardi Gras parade
A cop marching behind a group of dancers in a Mardi Gras parade couldn’t resist but join in the festivities.
California couple who just adopted newborn girl showered with love on Southwest flight
A couple who adopted a newborn daughter in Colorado was heading back home to California and had an unforgettable experience on a Southwest Airlines flight.