Chief Medical Officer says says schools are vital to the health and wellbeing of our children.
Students are returning to school this morning after the mid-term break amid a rise in Covid cases among 5 to 12 year olds.
The Chief Medical Officer says he’s conscious of parents concerns and says evidence shows child to child transmission in school settings is uncommon.
Dr Tony Holohan, @CMOIreland said:
— Department of Health (@roinnslainte) October 31, 2021
“I am conscious that parents and guardians will be concerned about the high level of incidence of #COVID19 amongst the 5-12 age group, particularly as children head back to school on Monday after the mid-term. #staysafe
Tony Holohan says schools are vital to the health and wellbeing of our children.
Principal of Thornley Educate Together in Swords in Dublin, Paula Juliet, would like contact tracing to return
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