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Just wanted more professional opinions. is it safe for children ages 2 and 4 to sleep on a transatlantic flight with a kn94 face mask on? or should i take off the mask and increase covid risk? we are not in economy so less people and seeing family?

Q: just wanted more professional opinions. is it safe for children ages 2 and 4 to sleep on a transatlantic flight with a kn94 face mask on? or should i take off the mask and increase covid risk? we are not in economy so less people and seeing family?

: It is safe to keep the masks on, and changing the masks a few times during the flight is recommended. Keep the air vent on, stay well hydrated and use good hand washing technique. The masks may be removed for meals.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

It is safe to keep the masks on, and changing the masks a few times during the flight is recommended. Keep the air vent on, stay well hydrated and use good hand washing technique. The masks may be removed for meals.

Dr Ungerleider agreed

Answered 6/12/2022

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A member asked:

Just wanted more professional opinions. is it safe for children ages 2 and 4 to sleep on a transatlantic flight with a kn94 face mask on? or should i take off the mask and increase covid risk? we are not in economy so less people and seeing family?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Ungerleider agreed

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