As temperatures drop and kids move indoors for playtime, classrooms, and activities, so does the risk of spreading respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19, and RSV. This year, health experts are concerned that new vaccine policies especially COVID-19 may create confusion and lead to reduced vaccinations.
The CDC continues to recommend flu shots for everyone 6 months and older and targeted RSV protection for infants and high-risk toddlers. COVID-19 vaccines for children are now based on shared decision-making with family pediatrician. That makes staying in close contact with healthcare providers more important than ever.
But vaccines are just one part of the equation. Simple, everyday actions go a long way in keeping kids safe like handwashing, improving indoor air quality, cleaning high-touch surfaces, and making sure sick children stay home to recover.
One of the easiest and most important habits parents can add this season? Regular temperature checks. Since fever is often the first sign of infection, having a fast, accurate thermometer at home helps you act early. Exergen’s Temporal Artery Thermometers like the TempoTherm or TAT-2000C. All it takes is a quick gentle swipe across the forehead scan to get an accurate reading in seconds. They’re non-invasive, kid-friendly, and trusted by healthcare professionals nationwide.
This season may feel uncertain, but with layered protection, families can stay ahead of illness. Exergen is dedicated to supporting parents with the tools they need to protect their children because early action and trusted information is often the best defense.
Sources,
- Becker’s Hospital Review, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/uncertainty-on-covid-vaccine-access-looms-ahead-of-virus-season/
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