Kids are back in school, and that means the return of back-to-school illnesses. From the flu to pink eye or the common cold, many illnesses get spread around schools, especially as winter nears. For many families, there’s a concern of what their kids might bring home.
A new study found nearly half (48%) of parents say they’ve already had a sick child this school year. On the other hand, the study also found 1 in 5 parents encourage their kids to go to school even if they don’t feel well.
The study surveyed more than 1,000 parents of school-aged children to learn more about the precautions they take and the impacts an illness can have on families.
Some of the most common illnesses parents are concerned about this year include COVID-19, the flu, and the common cold. At the same time, 68% of parents say their children haven’t gotten the flu shot this year, however, 54% plan to get it. Meanwhile, 47% say their child hasn’t gotten the COVID-19 vaccine with 53% of parents not wanting their child to get the vaccine at all.
While most families are taking precautions to prevent illness, 80% of parents believe their kids will still end up getting sick this school year. Nearly 1 in 4 (23%) believe their kids will be sick 3 times throughout the year.
Take a look at the full study here
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