A thread written by gregggonsalves: "So, there is something strange going on in America, I keep getting asked “can we reopen schools,” [...]"
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It’s not rocket science. If your house is on fire, you DO NOT GO BACK IN THE HOUSE. 6/
So. 1. Get your local epidemic under control. 2. Then ensure that schools and universities can test everyone 2x a week at least. 3. Make sure they can trace and isolate anyone infected and their close contacts. 4. Make sure everyone has adequate PPE... 7/ ▻https://www.wired.com/story/colleges-prepare-to-test-thousands-of-students-for-covid-19 …
5. Make sure social distancing can take place anywhere people are going to be together (classrooms, cafeterias, bathrooms). 6. Make sure surfaces are cleaned frequently, before/after activities. 8/