Are children under threat from coronavirus?
In the early days of the coronavirus outbreak there were only a handful of children who tested positive and those that were escaped the worst of the symptoms.
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Recent stories have highlighted cases of children dying or suffering from severe symptoms, including those who had no underlying symptoms.
These recent stories have caused anxiety and has confused many parents and care givers.
So how much of a threat is coronavirus to children?
The Australian Academy of Science has produced this video with Queensland paediatrician and infectious diseases expert Dr Asha Bowen.
Dr Bowen answers key questions about children and coronavirus including whether it is safe to send kids to childcare.
- The Australian Academy of Science has access to Australia's most renowned scientists to ensure that their science is accurate. Their content is rigorously reviewed by Fellows of the Academy and other experts in the specific scientific field. This information aligns with advice from the Australian Government Department of Health, and it is important that directives from the Department of Health and other jurisdictions such as state and territory governments are followed.
