The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued its recommendations for preventing COVID-19 transmission when kids and teachers go back to school in the fall.
MDHHS recommends “layering” strategies to reduce transmission. Those “layers” include promoting vaccination, wearing well-fitting masks, and social distancing, along with screening, testing, and contact tracing.
Maintaining healthy environments with regular cleaning and better ventilation are also recommended. Hand-washing and covering coughs and sneezes remain part of the plan to stay healthy.
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun said, “I am pleased with the progress of our vaccination efforts in Michigan, with 56% of Michiganders age 12 and older having received at least their first dose of the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine.”
Khaldun went on to say, “These vaccines are the reason transmission of the virus in Michigan is at the lowest point in a year. However, as the school environment brings together large groups of individuals who may not yet be vaccinated, MDHHS is issuing this guidance to help protect Michiganders of all ages.”
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
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