Face masks and protection against COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections: Assessment of benefits and harms in children.
Sandlund J; Duriseti R; Ladhani SN; Stuart K; Noble J; Beth Høeg T · 2025 · Paediatric respiratory reviews
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Abstract (excerpt)
Mask mandates for children were implemented at schools and childcare centers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the US continues to recommend masking down to the age of two in certain settings. Medical interventions should be informed by…
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Metadata source: Europe PMC · DOI 10.1016/j.prrv.2024.08.003