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Let's get outside!: The case for spending time outside with young children: Reduce risk of disease and improve health during COVID-19 -- and beyond

Description:
During the pandemic, all involved in the care of young children (birth to age seven) are searching for evidence-based, innovative strategies for adapting daily activities, while reducing the risk of COVID-19. One high-potential strategy is to move activities with children outside, where COVID-19 risk can be substantially less and the health benefits of interacting with nature are greatly increased. The pandemic adds massive emphasis to the importance of children spending regular, substantial time outside as a health-promotion strategy, to reduce risk of transmission and improve long-term health and wellness. (author abstract)
Resource Type:
Fact Sheets & Briefs
Country:
United States

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