Clare’s INTO representative believes today’s beginning of antigen tests being made available in schools is a ‘small step’ in curbing COVID-19 rates in children.
Parents will receive the tests where another child in their pod is Covid positive or if there has been two or more cases in a class within a week.
Pupils between third and sixth class are being advised to wear masks in the classroom by NPHET, with an effective grounding of children recommended for the next fortnight to curb transmission.
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As the option for antigen testing close contacts in schools begins, Clare INTO representative Brendan Horan says communication between parents and public health officials will be key.
