Pediatricians group releases new school mask guidance
The American Academy of Pediatrics released guidance that says all students and school staff should wear masks regardless of vaccination status.
Author: Christine Pitawanich
Updated: 6:43 PM PDT July 20, 2021
PORTLAND, Ore. — The new school year is just a few months away and it's expected to look different than last year, now that Oregon has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions. But some precautions, such as masks, may stay in place.
This week the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released guidance on mask wearing in schools this fall. The guidance says all students two years and older and all school staff should wear face masks at school, regardless of vaccination status.