Nobody knows what’s in store for our schoolchildren during the 2020 academic year. But we can predict this—parents will have the option to choose some combination of remote learning or full home schooling in the coming year. And many families will take those options. It’s a sudden and overwhelming situation for a lot of families,…
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No matter where you fall on the whole “should they” or “shouldn’t they” go back to school debate, I think everyone can agree, the 2020 school year is far less than ideal. No matter what school districts choose, there will be consequences that have a significant impact not just on their education, but their social…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 2 years old and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community. UofL Hospital’s Center for Women & Infants reminds parents that cloth face coverings should NOT be put on babies or children younger…
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You didn’t expect to bring your newborn home during a pandemic. So, what should you do if you or someone in your family starts having symptoms of COVID-19? If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or if you have tested positive, you can take the following steps to avoid passing the infection to your baby: Have…
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Thousands of people suffer firework-related injuries each year, with 90% of those injuries happening between June 16 and July 16. The most common firework-related injuries doctors at UofL Hospital see each year impact the eyes, face, hands and fingers. The injuries can range from minor burns to death. UofL Hospital is home to the only…
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