Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for parents
Updated March 2, 2023
Dealing with the new way of life during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can be overwhelming for parents and children, especially when it comes to staying safe at school and other activities.
Below is a list of useful resources, videos and podcasts from UC Davis Health experts for parents to help their children during this unique time.
Get additional information about COVID-19 and what you should know
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California’s COVID-19 State of Emergency has ended. What does it mean for you?
More about COVID state of emergency ending.UC Davis Health infectious disease experts share what the end of the State of Emergency means for Californians
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Tripledemic of RSV, COVID, flu predicted this winter
More about RSV, COVID, and fluHealth experts across the country are warning that a trio of viruses are expected to surge during the upcoming cold months.
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Nearly 80% of patients hospitalized with COVID are unvaccinated
More about COVID-19 vaccines effectivenessUC Davis Medical Center has seen most patients hospitalized with COVID are unvaccinated, with the other 20% having breakthrough infections.
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What to know about the new COVID-19 booster shots
More about COVID-19 booster shotsUC Davis Health experts weigh in on an updated COVID-19 booster and its protection against new variants.
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At-home COVID test instructions, accuracy, and where to find one
More about at-home COVID testsLearn how to take an at-home COVID-19 test properly and where you can get some for your family.
Additional parenting resources
- Why MIS-C is a life-threatening COVID-19 complication parents don’t want to miss
- COVID-19 vaccines and kids: Answers about the vaccine for children ages 5-11
- 4 things the Black population needs to know about COVID-19
- International study identifies predictors of severe outcomes in children with COVID-19
- Kids Considered podcast: COVID-19 vaccine for your kids 5-11
