35: Guidelines for children wearing masks
Q: What are the guidelines for children wearing masks?
💁Tracy: Children ages 2 and above may wear cloth masks covering the nose and mouth. (According to current CDC guidelines, medical masks and N-95 respirators should be reserved for medical personnel and other emergency personnel.)
Tracy's Toolbox for Children:
[1] https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#children
[2] https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html#Children-and-Youth-with-Special-Healthcare-Needs
💁Tracy: Children ages 2 and above may wear cloth masks covering the nose and mouth. (According to current CDC guidelines, medical masks and N-95 respirators should be reserved for medical personnel and other emergency personnel.)
- Children’s face masks need to be selected to fit their faces.
- Please pay attention to any signs of discomfort, like breathing difficulty, when masks are being worn by children.
- Masks may not suitable for babies and very young children, as wearing masks may increase their risk of getting choked or interfering with their breathing.
- If children are reluctant to wear masks because of discomfort in breathing, try to adjust the masks to make sure they fit them properly.
- Face Masks Dedicated for Children
[1] https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#children
[2] https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html#Children-and-Youth-with-Special-Healthcare-Needs
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