Research shows that children and adolescents are at the same risk of infection and transmission to others as other age groups.

To date, evidence suggests that children and adolescents are less likely to develop serious illness, although serious illness can still occur in this age group.

Children and adults should follow the same guidelines on self-quarantine and isolation if there is a possibility that they have been exposed or are starting to show symptoms. It is especially important for children to avoid contact with parents and others at risk of serious illness.

source: WHO