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SAVE THE DATE: Connecticut Open House Day Set for Saturday, June 12

Izabela Bonzanini News 03 Jun, 2021

Connecticut tourism attractions, including museums, arts and cultural venues, historical sites, nature centers, farms, shops, and vineyards, are warmly welcoming back state residents with free or reduced admission or special offers on Connecticut Open House Day, Saturday, June 12, 2021.

What Does Approval of the Pfizer Vaccine for Teens and Preteens Mean for My Child?

Izabela Bonzanini News - Health 03 Jun, 2021

The share of COVID cases in children and teens is increasing — nearly a quarter of the new weekly COVID cases were found in this age group, as reported May 6 by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association.

Reaching Communities to Increase Accessibility

Izabela Bonzanini News - Health 28 May, 2021

May 19, 2021 marks the date in Connecticut when a majority of the business restrictions put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted. This milestone is a result of the state government’s continued partnership with local and tribal officials and the federal government to combat and defeat the coronavirus pandemic.

Let's Talk About Covid-19 and Children

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 27 May, 2021

It's been a year and a half since we first started to hear about the Covid-19 virus, and we still have a lot to learn. I, too, often feel frustrated that there is no absolutely right answer to every question. Science works by providing the questions and the techniques to begin to answer those questions. Much later, we get closer to the truth. Right now, we do have some answers, and I will try to apply them to issues that affect children and adolescents.

Labeling Emotions in Young Children

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News 25 May, 2021

The ability to label emotions is a developmental skill that is not present at birth—it must be learned through patience and with the support of a parent or guardian.