Looking at the rate of coronavirus infection among kids and the non-availability of the vaccination, it is being speculated that the upcoming third wave of coronavirus will hit children the most.
: Monday, May 24, 2021, 6:36 PM IST
No indication as of now that children will be severely affected in third COVID-19 wave, says govt
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Several health experts have called for preparations for the third wave of COVID-19, which they predict will hit India later this year. They have also warned that children will be affected in the third wave. However, the Central government on Monday said there is no indication as of now that it will severely affect the children.
There is no indication as of now that children will be severely affected in the third wave of COVID-19: Govt Press Trust of India (@PTI News) May 24, 2021
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