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Infectious diseases spike when kids return to school − here’s what you can do about it

  • Written by Libby Richards, Professor of Nursing, Purdue University
Infectious diseases spike when kids return to school − here’s what you can do about itSick kids can spread diseases in their households and classrooms.kali9/E+ via Getty Images

Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, and kids will be bringing home more than homework. They’ll be carrying germs, too.

These viruses and bacteria will be agents that cause the common cold, influenza, norovirus, COVID-19, strep throat and more....

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