Most people will only develop mild COVID-19 disease and recover easily, but others may develop severe sickness that affects the lungs. It is recommended that choirs consider the individual needs of singers with the following vulnerabilities if applicable. Links to resources are provided.
For singing within aged care settings consider innovative strategies with minimal risk to residents, for example singing outside where the choir can be heard by residents. Always discuss plans to sing with the aged care home.
SA Health Advice for Older People
Chronic health conditions include pre-existing health conditions, particularly diabetes, heart disease and respiratory conditions. SA Health recommends visiting your GP and making sure your health condition is well managed.
Young children (aged 0 to 12) do not seem to become infected with COVID-19 as much as other age groups. Young people aged above 13 years seem to have a similar risk of infection with COVID-19 as adults but are more likely to have better health outcomes after infection.
It is recommended that Department for Education advice about school attendance is a good basis for rehearsal attendance for children and young people. Advice stipulates that children can go to school unless they:
If a child has any medical conditions and they are unwell, it is best to have them checked by your GP as soon as possible.
Information specific to children with a disability
Information for parents, carers and children about COVID-19
Children may have anxieties relating to COVID-19. Talking with children about COVID-19 can help them understand and cope with the current situation. When talking about this to a child, make sure it’s in a way that suits their age and development. Also listen to what’s worrying them.
Talking to children about COVID
It is recommended that safety considerations for children in choirs include:
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