Protection of our Future Generation: Use of Face Masks in Children amidst COVID-19 Era

Authors

  • Mallika Gyawali Tranquility Hospital And Research Center, Lalitpur, Nepal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.6705

Keywords:

child, COVID-19, hand disinfection, masks

Abstract

During the Coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) crisis, the universal use of face masks in addition to hand washing and practicing safe distancing is recommended worldwide. Children, like adults, also get infected through direct contact or airborne droplets. Face masks efficiently prevent respiratory droplet transmissions. However, asking children to wear face masks can be challenging and may have potential advantages and disadvantages. In this viewpoint, we discuss the effectiveness of face mask usage in children and its associated challenges, myths, advantages, and disadvantages.

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Published

2021-09-10

How to Cite

Gyawali, M. (2021). Protection of our Future Generation: Use of Face Masks in Children amidst COVID-19 Era. Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 59(240), 818–820. https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.6705

Issue

Vol. 59 No. 240 (2021): JNMA: Published Monthly

Section

Viewpoint

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Copyright (c) 2021 Mallika

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