GV Wire – Dr. Jeffrey Klausner
Since the outset of the pandemic, the best public health strategies have balanced the risk of transmission with the risks of shutdowns and restrictions on activities otherwise crucial to our collective health and well-being. The decision to reopen outdoor playgrounds correctly prioritizes the health and wellness of our children. Most other normal socialization has been halted or restricted for them – school, birthday parties, enrichment activities and hugs from grandparents. The New York Times has labeled 2020 “The Lost Year” for our children.