Children should not be entering IH facilities unless necessary given the heightened risk for viral transmission to vulnerable individuals from this population
Children seem to have mild presentations of COVID-19, although those with underlying comorbidities may be at increased risk
There appears to be an association with pediatric COVID-19 and chilblain's like phenomena in the digits ("Covid toes")
Children may develop complications resembling TSS (toxic shock) or Kawasaki; more data to come
GI symptoms may be more common in children than adults
Fecal shedding may occur in children: wear gloves and practice good hand hygiene when changing diapers, or assisting with toileting. Ensure toilets are covered prior to flushing
De-escalation of infection control follows similar rules to adults, but consideration should be given for possible longer shedding