attack rate from children to household members was estimated to be only 0.5% (7).Reduced transmission from children in households was also reported in Switzerland and China and in educational settings in Australia (8-10).This study is limited by its small sample size, which limits the ability to generalize its results.Moreover, we did not assess the patients' viral load, which could indirectly reflect the infectivity of the children, nor did we assess patient serology, which could further ascertain their infection status.Despite these limitations, our study provides information on SARS-CoV-2 transmission from children to guardians in isolation rooms.Additional assessments of the transmissibility of SARS-CoV-2 by children and the role of PPE in preventing infection could provide guidance during the ongoing pandemic.Nonetheless, our study adds to growing evidence that young children are less likely to contribute to the spread of COVID-19 among their adult guardians. About the Author
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