Surgeon-general issues a video on Twitter
State surgeon general Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris has released a 1-minute video on Twitter to help parents and caregivers talk to children about coronavirus.
Talking to kids about #coronavirus in a calm and sensitive way helps them cope. .@DrBurkeHarris shares how to approach the conversation. #stayhomesavelives
For more information on coronavirus, visit https://t.co/i5uKjmejIj pic.twitter.com/sqD7fHfbFt
— Office of the California Surgeon General (@CA_OSG) March 23, 2020
Burke-Harris urges adults to approach the conversation in a calm way, ask what children have heard and allow them to share their fears, correct any misinformation, reassure them, and remind them about the importance proper hygiene, healthy eating and exercise.
In addition, Burke-Harris stresses the need for adults to take care of themselves. She urges the public to visit www.covid19.ca.gov for coronavirus information and resources, which are updated regularly.