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A quarter of symptomatic kids hit by long COVID; mRNA shots provide best protection in breast milk
Here's a summary of some recent studies on COVID-19.
Tue Mar 15 2022
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Philippines' 20 month lockdown of children sparks creative playtime
For many of the 40 million Filipinos under the age of 18, the Philippines has maintained policy of banning minors from outdoors.
Fri Nov 05 2021
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Younger children likely to transmit COVID-19
Canadian researchers have measured transmission probability in young children compared to adolescents.
Sat Aug 21 2021
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Children's toys can affect language learning according to new study
A study found that traditional children's toys such as wooden puzzles and rubber blocks are more effective in increasing the quantity and quality of language in young children than modern toys.
Fri Dec 25 2015