Health Authorities: "Possibility of Cluster Outbreaks After School Reopening Is Not High but Exists" (Update)

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[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] On the 4th, health authorities predicted that "the possibility of school cluster outbreaks after the start of in-person classes is not high, but it will exist."

Jung Eun-kyung, head of the Central Disease Control Headquarters, said this during a regular briefing held at the Osong Disease Control Headquarters in Chungbuk on the same day, adding, "The Ministry of Education and health authorities are preparing related measures such as infectious disease prevention measures in schools after the start of in-person classes, epidemiological investigations, and management guidelines in case of cluster infections."

Head Jung said, "Lower-grade elementary school students have more difficulty following personal hygiene rules and social distancing compared to upper-grade or middle and high school students," and added, "There may be some differences in risk levels depending on compliance rates."

Health authorities are currently conducting related responses such as simulations with the Ministry of Education. Head Jung said, "Considering the related risks, we are reviewing plans to gradually implement in-person classes."

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