Two doctors in the Quad Cities that specialize in pediatrics talked about children and COVID-19 in the QC COVID-19 Coalition's briefing, Thursday, September 24.
Dr. Anita Ahuja (left) is with UnityPoint -Trinity Clinic's Family Care Partners in Bettendorf; Dr. Deepna Kukreja is with Genesis Health Group, Bettendorf Pediatrics.
The doctors gave answers to common questions:
Q: What types of symptoms are children experiencing related to COVID-19?
Q: When should a parent keep their child home from school or childcare?
Q: If my child tests positive for COVID-19 how long does he or she have to stay at home?
Q: Should my child get tested for COVID if he or she has been around someone who has tested positive?
Q: When is the viral load the highest, and when is the best time to get tested?
Q: How can I protect my child from getting COVID-19 in the first place?
Q: What role do children have in spreading the illness to others in the community?
Q: What is the process for testing for children within each health system?
Q: What else would you like parents and families to know about COVID in children or COVID in a family setting?
Daily case totals from Thursday, Sept. 24:
Scott County – Total of 2,912
Total deaths in Scott County: 28
Rock Island County – 26 new cases since Wednesday; total of 2,971
Currently in hospital: 18
Total deaths in Rock Island County: 82
