How to protect your unvaccinated kid from Covid-19?

Tap to Read ➤ With emergence of XE variant, it is important for parents and kids to take every possible safety precaution and understand all risks and symptoms related to COVID-19.

Symptoms of XE variant in children "The symptoms in children are generally mild and include upper respiratory tract symptoms like fever, running nose, throat pain, body ache and dry cough," says Dr. Avi Kumar, Senior Consultant, Pulmonology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla, New Delhi.

So, how to protect your unvaccinated children from Covid-19? Kids below the age of 12 are at a higher risk of catching the virus due to the absence of artificial immunity against Covid-19

Upgrade masks Use upgraded and doctor’s recommended mask for your kids when they go out.

Get health check-up A full health checkup will disclose the deficiency in your child, and underlying conditions if any

Vaccines Ensure all routine vaccinations are done, including for flu.

Covid appropriate behaviour Teach them proper usage of masks, social distancing, and use of sanitisers and disinfectants amongst many other things.

Nutrition-rich diet For a kid or an adult, rely on home-cooked nutritious meals rather than multi-vitamins. Ensure that your child gets all the important nutrients, especially Vitamin C.