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Millions of kids have been enjoying their time off from schools which have been temporarily shut down following the coronavirus threat. For children with working parents, this implies browsing the internet without their parents keeping a check on their online activity, avoiding early morning starts, cooking their own food, pursuing hobbies which they otherwise cannot owing to school hours such as playing the guitar or piano, playing chess online with their friends, or polishing their soccer, football, cricket or basketball skills. Some schools are planning on initiating remote instruction and remote student learning for students who have a computer and internet connectivity at home. Those who don’t may have to use computers installed in school libraries or cyber cafes. Online classes are in full swing for some students, which implies that their teachers will be sending homework to their parents so the parents may check on the progress made by their children on the online assignm...

There is currently no antivirus or vaccine to counter or treat the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The best way to prevent this ailment is to avoid being exposed to this virus by imbibing the following habits into everyday life: Refrain from going near individuals who have contracted the virus Avoid touching stray animals If you are feeling feverish or are experiencing any of the symptoms of the coronavirus induced disease, confine yourself within the four walls of your house and seek treatment remotely from home. Wipe your nasal discharge/phlegm with tissues and discard the used tissues immediately. Disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects such as door knobs, window panes, arms of chairs, tables, water bottles, lunch boxes etc. using household disinfectants & cleaning agents. It is advisable for individuals showing symptoms of corona virus induced disease and staff in healthcare settings ...

There is no evidence of children being more susceptible to contracting coronavirus disease. Most cases of coronavirus disease which were confirmed and reported in China have occurred in adults. A relatively smaller number of children who were confirmed to have been affected by coronavirus disease in China have shown flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough and runny nose. Vomiting and diarrhea are other symptoms which have also been reported in very few cases. These limited reports suggest that kids with established coronavirus disease usually exhibit meek symptoms and that acute complications (such as septic shock, acute respiratory distress syndrome, etc.) are very rare. However, as is the case with most respiratory infections, children with underlying health conditions and other such populations of children are at an augmented risk of developing severe infection. There are currently no antiviral drugs recommended for coronavirus disease. Clinical management includes ...