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. 2021 Mar 15;72(6):1055-1058.
doi: 10.1093/cid/ciaa794.

Novel Coronavirus 2019 Transmission Risk in Educational Settings

Chee Fu Yung  1   2   3 , Kai-Qian Kam  1   2 , Karen Donceras Nadua  1   2 , Chia Yin Chong  1   2   3 , Natalie Woon Hui Tan  1   2   3 , Jiahui Li  1   2 , Khai Pin Lee  4 , Yoke Hwee Chan  2   5 , Koh Cheng Thoon  1   2   3 , Kee Chong Ng  2   5
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Novel Coronavirus 2019 Transmission Risk in Educational Settings

Chee Fu Yung et al. Clin Infect Dis. .

Abstract

Transmission risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in schools is unknown. Our investigations, especially in preschools, could not detect SARS-CoV-2 transmission despite screening of symptomatic and asymptomatic children. The data suggest that children are not the primary drivers of SARS-CoV-2 transmission in schools and could help inform exit strategies for lifting of lockdowns.

Keywords: COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2; pediatric; school; transmission.

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