Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 After COVID-19 Screening and Mitigation Measures for Primary School Children Attending School in Liège, Belgium

IMPORTANCE Recent data suggest a relatively low incidence of COVID-19 among children. The possible role that children attending primary school may play in the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 remains poorly understood. OBJECTIVE To gain a better understanding of the possible role of children in the transmission of SARS-CoV-2. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS This prospective cohort study was conducted from September 21 to December 31, 2020, in a primary school in Liege, Belgium, among a volunteer sample of 181 children, parents, and school employees. EXPOSURES Participants were tested for SARS-CoV-... Mehr ...