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An informative video for families and caregivers to help reduce the spread of respiratory viruses like COVID-19, influenza, and RSV during peak illness seasons. This video provides practical strategies to keep children, families, and communities safe. Respiratory illnesses spread quickly, especially among children. Taking simple, proactive steps can help protect vulnerable community members and reduce the risk of severe illness. Watch this 5-minute video to empower your family with effective prevention strategies and help create a healthier, safer community during respiratory illness season. You may also find this video helpful in a doctor’s office or other healthcare settings.

What You Will Learn

  • Stay Up-to-Date on Vaccinations – Protect against serious respiratory infections
  • Practice Proper Hand Hygiene – Reduce virus transmission through regular handwashing
  • Use Good Cough & Sneeze Etiquette – Minimize the spread of germs in shared spaces
  • Keep Children Home When Sick – Prevent illness from spreading in schools and communities

Acknowledgement

Produced by the
Pediatric Pandemic Network

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The Pediatric Pandemic Network is supported in part by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of cooperative agreements U1IMC43532 and U1IMC45814 with 0 percent financed with nongovernmental sources. The content presented here is that of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, visit HRSA.gov.

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