In this issue: eye and ear safety; FAQs on returning to school; voting during the pandemic

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Because of the coronavirus pandemic, many schools have decided to delay in-person learning and instead teach all their classes online. As a result, children are spending up to 8 hours a day in front of screens doing school – on top of several more hours playing games and watching videos. More time in front of screens, whether for school or for fun, can result in eye strain, headaches and even hearing loss. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to protect your child’s eyes and ears while learning online ([link removed]) .

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** Returning to school: FAQs ([link removed])
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As the school year gets underway, you probably have questions about returning to school. To help you, we’ve compiled some FAQs about masks, school buses, physical distancing at schools and more.

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** A guide to voting during the pandemic ([link removed])
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In preparation for Election Day on November 3, 2020, Children’s National Hospital and Rise and Shine have developed a guide to help inform you and your teen about voting during the pandemic.

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