Will Schools Reopening Lead to a Spike in Cases?

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Irish primary and secondary schools are reopening on a phased basis this week – but how risky of a move is this health wise?

Looking at schools around the world who have already taken the leap – there were 41 outbreaks of coronavirus cases reported in 41 schools in Berlin, just two weeks into term. While analysis shows English schools had 30 Covid-19 outbreaks after reopening in June. What lies in store for us?

Gavin Grace speaks to Dr. Yvonne Williams about the risks and when and when not to send your child to school…