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Children’s Minnesota and MNAAP host COVID-19 webinar

Pediatric health care providers from across Minnesota tuned in to a webinar presented by Children’s Minnesota and the Minnesota chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (MNAAP): COVID-19: What are pediatric practices doing differently?

How can kids get vaccinations during COVID-19?

From well-child check-ups to critical immunizations to ill visits, Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, shares more about how families can maintain their children's health during the COVID-19 outbreak.

How to care for COVID-19 symptoms at home

COVID-19 can be scary. Learn how to manage your child's symptoms at home or if you should bring them to Children's Minnesota.

Children’s Minnesota is now accepting patients up to age 25 during COVID-19 outbreak

Dr. Marc Gorelick, president and CEO at Children's Minnesota, shares more about the pediatric health care system's decision to serve patients up to age 25 during the COVID-19 outbreak.

How to talk with kids about COVID-19

Child life specialists Sam Schackman and Margaret Monson from Children's Minnesota share tips to help the kids in your life understand coronavirus as well as tips for parenting during a time of stress.

Coronavirus update from Children’s Minnesota and MNAAP

Patsy Stinchfield and Dr. Anu Kalasar explained what health care providers should know about COVID-19, and discussed actions taken around the world, in the US, across the state and here at Children’s Minnesota.

Is it safe for my family to travel?

But this year, many parents are wondering: Should my family travel this spring break because of COVID-19? Patsy Stinchfield answers parents' questions.

What should I do if my child gets coronavirus?

We’re sure you have heard of coronavirus, and you may be wondering what to do if your child catches the illness. We're sharing what you need to know.

Coronavirus: Should families have back-up plans for sick days?

We’re sharing how you can make a family emergency plan that works for your family just in case you come down with an illness.

Parent taking child's temperature while he lays in bed with a teddy bear

Flu vs. COVID-19: What’s the difference and which one do I have?

If you're feeling sick, you may wonder: Do I have coronavirus? We're helping you understand the key differences between the flu, a cold and COVID-19.