This is not only to prevent the spread of Covid but also to avoid getting the flu. Deputy chief medical officer Dr Ronan Glynn said this week that while people could “do the things they normally do at Halloween”, a sick child should not mix with other children. If your child is displaying any flu-like symptoms, such as a dry cough, fever, tiredness or a sore throat, they will need to stay home. Parents and trick-or-treaters should carry plenty of hand sanitiser and wash/clean hands as often as possible through the evening. Make sure your children know they should avoid large groups of kids gathering on doorsteps. Keep trick-or-treat groups small, limited to one or two families. What can I do to keep my family and other families safe?ĭon’t worry, there’s a few easy steps you can take on Halloween to ensure your kids have a brilliant evening while staying safe.įirstly, all trick-or-treating should be outdoors – chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan has urged people to step outside when distributing treats and snacks. My kids are super excited about tomorrow’s trick-or-treating but I’m slightly nervous about all the close contacts and visits to different houses. Despite the high Covid-19 incidence rate among five to 12 year olds, health officials have reassured parents that trick-or-treating can be enjoyed safely by taking some simple precautions. Halloween celebrations are pushing ahead this weekend with children across Ireland eager to dress up and get out and about on Sunday night following last year’s cancellation of festivities.
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