BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Erie County Department of Health says it is offering adult and child-sized disposable face masks to child care facilities and programs.
The following COVID-19 measures are recommended at child care facilities
- Masking for all staff and students over 2 years of age
- Health screening on entry; reminding staff and children to stay home when ill
- Reporting COVID-19 cases to ECDOH
According to ECDOH data, 55 percent of cases among children ages 0-4 were from children who attended a child care facility in September 2021.
Facilities have until November 3 to request disposable masks.
Facilities can email schools@erie.gov to request an order.
