Schools should keep masks for now

Although masks are no longer required for people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, state health officials are still recommending that schools keep the mandate in place.

In a “health alert” posted to its website on Thursday, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) said schools are one of a few places that should continue to require masks regardless of a person’s vaccination status.

“Because most students remain unvaccinated, schools and child care providers should continue to follow the COVID-19 prevention strategies … for at least the remainder of the 2020-2021 academic school year, including masking when indoors,” according to the document.

The alert is merely a recommendation and does not come with the force of law.

Other places that should continue requiring masks are residential care facilities, healthcare facilities, and public transportation.

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