COVID-19 | Information for Pediatric Healthcare Providers

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This webpage provides information for pediatric healthcare providers about COVID-19 in children. It describes symptoms, which often include fever and cough, and notes that most cases are mild. However, some children with underlying health conditions may experience severe illness. Vaccination is important to reduce risks of severe outcomes and hospitalization. The article also covers treatment options like antiviral medications for at-risk kids and pre-exposure prophylaxis for immunocompromised individuals. It highlights the importance of routine care, vaccination updates, managing post-COVID conditions (PCCs), and understanding multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C).

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child; Child Health; Child Health Services; Comorbidity; Diagnosis; Pediatrics; Risk Factors; Vaccination; Adolescent; Guideline; COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2; COVID-19 Vaccines

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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