In crowded places and gatherings
“World Health” recommends that children wear masks from the age of 12
Transparent masks provide less protection than fabric masks that cover the mouth and nose. Archives
The World Health Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) stated in a guidance document for decision-makers that, starting from the age of 12, children should wear masks in any place adults should wear them, such as crowded places, as a means of preventing Coronavirus (Covid-19).
The two organizations of the United Nations did not generally recommend that children between the ages of six and 11 wear masks, but they should be considered in places with heavy infection rates, or in specific groups such as schools.
However, international experts who drafted the directives said that there are situations in which "(masks) will interfere with the learning process, and will have a negative impact on important school activities."
The document, which was published the day before yesterday, stated that younger children should not be forced to wear masks, mainly because they cannot put them on and remove them properly by themselves.
The group of experts said that children up to five years of age should be under constant supervision if they wear masks. Experts added: "Children should be heard about their perceptions, and any concerns they have about wearing a muzzle."
The advisory document also states that transparent masks provide less protection than woven fabric masks that cover the mouth and nose. According to global data, between 1 and 7% of all Corona patients are children and youth under the age of 18.
There are conflicting studies regarding whether infected children carry the Corona virus in a lesser, more or equal rate, compared to adults.
Children up to five years old should be under constant supervision if they wear masks.