Paediatricians, advocates for child/youth health and well-being.
Journal: @CanPaedsJournal
En français : @SocCanPediatrie
Parent info: @CaringforKids
Feb 11, 2022 • 7 tweets • 5 min read
1/7 Lifting mask mandates and other public health measures while so few children are vaccinated puts them disproportionately at risk.
Mask-wearing reduces the risk of indoor transmission, especially in schools and other group settings. @AdrianaLaGrange canada.ca/en/public-heal…2/7 Public health officials are best placed to determine when immunization rates are high enough and conditions appropriate to lift protective measures like mask mandates.