Seeking Normalcy as the Curve Flattens: Ethical Considerations for Pediatricians Managing Collateral Damage of COVID-19

Fearful. Uncertain. Overwhelmed. Committed. Hopeful. Pediatricians around the world have cycled through these emotions when considering the health and safety of patients and families during this coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. We worry about the direct medical effects of COVID-19. We also worry about the ancillary effects of the lockdowns, stay-at-home orders, closed clinics, schools, and daycare centers, and newly unemployed parents on the well-being of children. We will focuse on those concerns.

Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - June 25, 2020 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Dalia M. Feltman, Gregory P. Moore, Andrew F. Beck, Emily Siffermann, Carlo Bellieni, John Lantos Tags: Commentary Source Type: research