Meet the Helpers: What Is Coronavirus?
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(Describer) Title: Meet the Helpers.
My name is Dr. Weagraff, and I'm a helper. Have you heard about a virus making people sick? It's called the coronavirus. It might sound scary, but there are a lot of helpers like me working to make people feel better. For most people, it doesn't last very long, and they feel better soon.
(children) Yay! Remember, rest is best when you are sick. You can be a helper by covering your cough or sneezing into a tissue. One of the best ways to stay germ-free is to wash your hands often and to stay close to home.
(narrator) To learn more about "Meet the Helpers," visit meetthehelpers.org. "Meet the Helpers" is made possible by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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A doctor explains the coronavirus and how children can be good helpers during the pandemic. Part of the "Meet the Helpers" series.
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Runtime: 45 seconds
- Topic: Health and Safety
- Subtopic: Diseases and Conditions, Health Care, Safety
- Grade/Interest Level: Ps - 3
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: WUCF
- Series: Meet the Helpers
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