The use of masks will be optional for children under five in NYC

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Michael Appleton / NYC Mayoral Office

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With the trend in the number of cases of Covid-19 down, New York Mayor Eric Adamsprovided that children under the age of five will be able to stop wearing masks as of June 13.
Adams made it known in a statement that the use of masks will be optional in schools and daycare centers, but suggested, however, that New Yorkers of all ages continue to wear masks when they are indoors.
“Despite the current surge, schools have remained the safest places for our children and starting Monday, June 13, we will make masks optional for children ages 2-4 in all school settings. early childhood,” the official said.
The city remains on high alert, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel, according to the Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan, who expressed that “the cases were reduced by 26% since May 23.” As for the vaccines for the youngest children, Vasan mentioned that they could begin to be applied at the end of this month.
“We stand with New York City parents and New Yorkers can trust that this administration will continue to make the right public health decisions to keep our children safe,” added Mayor Adams.

cases in the state

The state of New York registered until Thursday an average of 32.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants with 6,357 positive cases and 16 deaths, raising the total to 71,670 deaths according to CDC data.
“It is important that we remain vigilant and continue to use the tools at our disposal to protect ourselves and our communities,” said the Governor Kathy Hochul. “If you haven’t, get vaccinated and get your booster when you’re eligible. Be sure to get tested if you have symptoms and stay home if you don’t feel well. If you test positive, talk to your doctor about available treatments.” she added.

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