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Children’s health information

Back-to-school health tips for kids

As a new school year approaches, CHOC experts offer advice for families to help ease back-to-school jitters, pack healthy lunches and set their kids up for success.

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Managing school-related anxiety

Transitioning from carefree summer days into a structured school day can be stressful for children.

Many parents wonder if kids are faking these feelings to get out of going, but back-to-school anxiety is a real phenomenon, says a CHOC pediatric psychologist.

Get tips for helping your kids manage any anxiety about going back to school.

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Back-to-school anxiety remedies

Managing and combating test anxiety

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Lunchbox tips, activity ideas and recipes for school-age kids

Learn how to establish healthy eating and activity habits for your school-age kids with lunchbox tips from a CHOC dietitian.

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A doctor-approved checklist for teens heading off to college

Going off to college is an exciting time of true independence for teens. For most, it may be the first time they manage their own health care. A pediatrician offers advice on making the transition easier.

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COVID-19 Care

Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine

Children under 5

Authorized for emergency use


Children ages 5-11

Authorized for emergency use

Eligible for a booster 5 months after the second dose


Teens ages 12-15

Authorized for emergency use
Eligible for a booster 5 months after the second dose


Teens ages 16+

Full authorization
Eligible for a booster 5 months after the second dose

Moderna vaccine

Children age 5 and under

Authorized for emergency use


Children ages 6-11

Authorized for emergency use


Teens ages 12-17

Authorized for emergency use


People ages 18+

Full authorization
Eligible for a booster 6 months after the second dose

J&J Janssen vaccine

People under 18

Not authorized


People ages 18+

Authorized for emergency use
Eligible for a booster 2 months after the first dose

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COVID-19 vaccines for children under 5: What parents need to know

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January 19, 2022

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