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Should children wear a face mask?

COVID-19 can be spread when we breathe, cough or sneeze. Wearing a face covering reduces spread from person-to-person.

The goal is to prevent the virus from spreading. Children under the age of two and those with sensory issues should not wear face coverings.

Children need face masks, too: 8 ways to get your child to comply

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