Many schools across the United States have been forced to close just weeks after reopening - more than 1,000 across 31 states - as the delta variant continues to spread. But, schools can reopen safely, says David Fagan, MD, if they follow proper mitigation efforts. He joins Charles Schleien, MD, to discuss: universal masking in schools; the spike of COVID cases in children nationally; the delta variant's impact; and what health care systems can do to help schools stay open.
Meet the expertsDr. Schleien is the senior vice president and chair of the pediatric services at Northwell Health.
Dr. Fagan is vice chair of pediatric ambulatory administration for Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
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