Keeping in-school adolescents safe from COVID-19 sequelae to the suspension of school lockdown restriction

Authors

  • Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi University of Ibadan
  • Olayemi Olaniyi Olaleye University College Hospital
  • Aanuoluwapo Adeyimika Afolabi University of Ibadan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31646/gbio.96

Keywords:

Coronavirus, COVID-19, COVID-19 school lockdown, School lockdown, adolescents, in-school adolescents.

Abstract

Rapid transmission of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and resulting fatalities necessitated the closure of educational institutions in March 2020, and affected nearly 1.6 billion learners globally. However, presently lockdown measures have been lifted, and resumption of physical learning in schools has commenced. At this notable period, it is pertinent to ensure the safety of in-school adolescents from COVID-19 while preventing the risk of further transmission of COVID-19 in school settings. Therefore, we recommend adherence to the reduction of contact between in-school adolescents during school hours. The provision of handwashing equipment such as soap, clean water, bucket(s), and disposable tissue papers positioned at different points should be ensured in schools, with the modalities for such practice exemplified on information, education, and communication materials. Also, maintaining a minimal physical distance of 1m, use of face masks, regular hand washing and disinfection of classrooms, toilet facilities, and surfaces must be ensured among teachers and other school personnel would contribute effectively to the safety of in-school adolescents while schools have reopened amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Published

2020-12-03

How to Cite

Ilesanmi, O. S., Olaleye, O. O., & Afolabi, A. A. (2020). Keeping in-school adolescents safe from COVID-19 sequelae to the suspension of school lockdown restriction. Global Biosecurity, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.31646/gbio.96

Issue

Vol. 3 (2021)

Section

Letters to the Editor

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Received 2020-11-11
Accepted 2020-11-13
Published 2020-12-03