Connecticut Children's Blog

By Matthew Eremita, MD Following CDC guidance, Connecticut and other states recently relaxed mask requirements for vaccinated individuals, a sign of the strong protection that the COVID-19 vaccine offers. But right now, a vaccine is only available to ages 12 and up, which means that in many situations, younger kids will be wearing masks awhile […]

If it races, rolls or jumps, 8-year-old Finnbar Prenty has probably mastered it – from skis to scooters to skateboarding. But not long ago, this kind of activity was out of the question. Finn began his health journey at another hospital in the state, where he was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a condition that causes […]

In previous editions of What’s the Risk?, Connecticut Children’s pediatric experts have covered everything from playgrounds to farmers markets throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. But things just got more complicated for families whose adults and adolescents are vaccinated but younger kids aren’t. With COVID-19 and its variants still significant in the community, it’s important to keep unvaccinated kids […]

With COVID-19 vaccinations increasing and some restrictions easing, it’s a hopeful time in our community! But the pandemic isn’t over yet. We need to motivate each other to stay safe, get the vaccine if we haven’t already, and prepare for a vaccine for younger kids. Your child can help – by reminding us of all […]