As coronavirus continues to spread across the globe, we’re working to answer the questions on many parents’ minds. Should we stop letting our kids have play dates? In other words, most kids don’t end up really sick — although those with compromised immune systems, heart or lung problems or diabetes may be more at risk. We also want to protect our older family and community members, who are at much higher risk for serious symptoms. Given all these complexities, it’s hard to know what to do about play dates.

Source: New York Times March 13, 2020 23:15 UTC