Protecting Children from School Infections in Cold Season

With the increase in cases of colds and influenza during the cold season, parents and schools are advised to follow daily preventive habits, such as thoroughly washing hands and avoiding sharing personal items. It is also recommended to cover the mouth when coughing or sneezing. Additionally, ventilating indoor spaces, reviewing vaccination records, and ensuring children receive the recommended vaccines, including the flu shot, are encouraged. Children should stay home if they show clear symptoms of illness, and they can return once 24 hours have passed without a fever and with improvement of symptoms, in order to reduce the spread of infection.