The herpes simplex virus and cytomegalovirus are ubiquitous agents infecting most of the population. It is not possible with present medical knowledge and skills to totally prevent their transmission. Under ordinary circumstances it is not reasonable to exclude infected individuals from school unless those infected are too ill to attend. Infection control is best accomplished by maintaining appropriate hygienic practices such as avoiding other people’s secretions and careful washing of contaminated hands. Under special circumstances when secretions cannot be adequately controlled because of individual behavior, it might be advisable to provide an alternative educational plan until the problem is resolved.
Approved 9/15/97 Reviewed 7-19-17 Reviewed 7/18/12
