Encore Episode: What Does Social Distancing Really Mean? Can Kids Have "Safe" Play Dates?




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Summary: It's critical for the health of your family, your community, and the world for us to remain steadfast with social distancing and self-isolation.By this time in the COVID-19 pandemic, your kids might be going a little stir crazy... or a lot.  Social distancing was designed to reduce the risk of the virus to thrive. But your kids, especially the little ones, don't understand why they can't have a play date or go to the playground. Older kids are also trying to find ways to sneak out of the house to meet up with their friends. It's critical for the health of your family, your community, and the world for us to remain steadfast with social distancing and self-isolation.  Jennifer Variste, MD, joins Melanie Cole, MS, to explain what exactly social distancing is, why it's so important, and what kids can do during this time.