DO WE STILL FEAR THAT NEXT WAVE OF COVID-19 WILL AFFECT CHILDREN MORE?
Rishabh Kumar Rana, Surendra Singh and Dewesh Kumar*
ABSTRACT
After the massive ravaging in second wave of COVID 19 pandemic, speculations about third and subsequent waves were made by the experts in India and abroad based on the various assumptions and evidences. And the most important one is the infection amongst children and their outcome. Although the severity in children is contemplated to be rare due to various factors playing their role in its immunity. But as the unlocking happens, it is believed that transmission will increase due to complacency in the general population regarding COVID appropriate behavior. So it is utmost important to be prepared for impending subsequent waves in terms of health care infrastructure, trained manpower, vaccination and engagement of all stakeholders.
Keywords: Pandemic, COVID 19 waves, children, COVID 19 vaccines.
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