The World Health Organization WHO delivers the latest recommendations regarding use face mask in children. This was conveyed in connection with the many speculations that children could become silent spreaders of the Corona COVID-19 virus.
Admittedly, not much is known about the risk of transmitting COVID-19 by children. However, there is some evidence that children and adolescents can transmit as well as adults.
In its recommendation, WHO states the following 3 things:
1. Children 12 years and above
Must wear face mask This is the case with adults, especially when they cannot guarantee a safe distance of one meter from other people and are in areas prone to infection.
2. Children 6-11 years
In children aged 6-11 years, whether to wear a mask or not must consider the interaction and the high and low risk of transmission. It was also emphasized that the use of masks is always under supervision for security.
3. Children 5 years and under
Under normal conditions, it is not recommended to use it face mask for security reasons.
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