China’s National Health Commission on Monday, called on nurseries caring for children below the age of three years to step up their Coronavirus (COVID-19) response measures over the winter period.
The commission said in a statement that extra COVID-19 control efforts were required as most children stay indoors more often during the winter than in other seasons, increasing the risk of transmission.
According to the statement, nurseries across the country should tighten the management of their staff; closely monitor the health of the children under their care.
The statement added that they should also ensure ventilation and sanitation, and step up their surveillance of other infectious diseases such as flu.
The statement said local health departments will conduct specific inspections of nurseries, and those that fail to implement effective control measures will face penalties and be forced to correct their systems. (Xinhua/NAN)