The first weeks of the school year bring more than homework and new backpacks. Shared desks, cafeteria tables and constant close contact turn classrooms into a fast track for colds, stomach bugs and ...

Every fall after school starts, I see an influx of kids with respiratory illnesses. As the weather cools and we spend more time indoors, it is easier for "the crud" to spread quickly. With cold and ...

With the start of the school year, there's more than just an eager teacher awaiting your child at school. Schools and day care centers are breeding grounds for all types of bacteria, germs, viruses ...

Need another teaching tool to get your kids to wash their hands? A fairly recent viral video shows a simple but powerful way to get your point across. Facebook user Kelly Rose Sarno shared a short ...

Hand washing is one of the best ways to keep kids healthy, but getting them to do it—and do it right—can be a challenge. But with the right tricks, you can turn this daily task into something your ...

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Hand washing with soap is among the simplest methods to decrease infection spreads. So, when you open the tap, is hot water more effective in cleaning your hands than cold water? This question is ...

Simple habits like handwashing and covering coughs and sneezes can help keep back-to-school germs from following kids home. Jon Cherry Getty Images The first weeks of the school year bring more than ...

A Doctor's Take: Expert-Backed Tips to Protect Kids From Germs For The School Year TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Every fall after school starts, I see an influx of kids with respiratory ...