Should Babies Wear Face Masks?
- 4 years ago
Should Babies
Wear Face Masks? The CDC now recommends wearing
cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But are they suitable for babies? According to the CDC, masks should
not be used for children under age 2. This is due to a risk of suffocation, as babies can't remove their masks if they struggle to breathe. Dr. Brianna Enriquez,
via HuffPost It is far more effective to encourage social distancing and handwashing for young children. Dr. Brianna Enriquez,
via HuffPost
Wear Face Masks? The CDC now recommends wearing
cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But are they suitable for babies? According to the CDC, masks should
not be used for children under age 2. This is due to a risk of suffocation, as babies can't remove their masks if they struggle to breathe. Dr. Brianna Enriquez,
via HuffPost It is far more effective to encourage social distancing and handwashing for young children. Dr. Brianna Enriquez,
via HuffPost