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If I think my child has enterovirus D68, what should I do?

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If I think my child has enterovirus D68, what should I do?

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If you think your child has been exposed to Enterovirus D68 and they are showing symptoms, keep them home and treat the symptoms. Watch as pediatrician Lisa Thornton, MD, explains how keeping kids home is key to stopping the spread of any virus.

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