1/ #COVID19 - the latest information on how #coronavirus affects children and pregnant women, with thanks to @BarneyUoB @PrasadNagakumar @BWC_NHS - read on for summary 2/ #COVID19 in children:

Children have milder symptoms and are less likely to be diagnosed with #coronavirus than adults.

In the UK, of 25,849 cases:

0.7% were aged 0-9 years (with 2 deaths)
0.5% were aged 10-19 (with 4 deaths)

In other countries...

#COVID19 | As lockdown restrictions begin to ease, it’s still important to maintain distance and hygiene. Masks are also recommended by #publichealth experts including our Professor @KKCheng4. Make sure you’re using your mask correctly with this advice - 🧵 THREAD below: #COVID19 | why wear a mask?

😷 They reduce the droplets (which may contain #coronavirus 🦠) released when you breathe, cough or speak

😷 They may lower the chance of you breathing in droplets yourself - but only if worn correctly!

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The speakers have arrived, stall holders are set up, and we’re nearly ready to talk air quality! Don’t forget to use #CleanAir4All if you’re at our event tonight @WMAir_UoB @SustransWMids Visitors are starting to make their way round our stands - thanks for bringing your reusable mugs! Great to see so many arriving on public transport too 👍 #CleanAir4All

Not sure what to expect at the 2019 BHP Research Showcase? Our free public event will be held at @qehbham on Fri 17 May, where you can get hands-on with our health research. If you want to #BePartOfResearch, take a look through our exhibitor info THREAD > birminghamhealthpartners.co.uk/research-showc… Our #cardiology stand will focus on current studies that are changing & saving the lives of our patients. Our cardiology team is one of the largest in the UK and works closely with @ICVS_UoB to treat every type of #heartdisease
#BePartOfResearch