Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, and kids will be bringing home more than homework. They’ll be carrying germs, too.
These viruses and bacteria will be agents that cause the common cold, influenza, norovirus, COVID-19, strep throat and more. There’s a reason why boxes of tissues and sanitizing wipes show up on most school supply lists.
As a nursing professor[1] with experience in public health promotion[2], I...