Novel Coronavirus 2019 Transmission Risk in Educational Settings
Chee Fu Yung, Kai‐Qian Kam, Karen Donceras Nadua, Chia Yin Chong, Natalie Woon Hui Tan, Jiahui Li, Khai Pin Lee, Yoke Hwee Chan, Koh Cheng Thoon, Kee Chong Ng
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.
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AsymptomaticTransmission (telecommunications)Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Coronavirus2019-20 coronavirus outbreakMedicineSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirusBetacoronavirusVirologyPediatricsComputer scienceInternal medicineDiseaseTelecommunicationsOutbreakInfectious disease (medical specialty)COVID-19 epidemiological studiesCOVID-19 and Mental HealthSARS-CoV-2 detection and testing