New Hampshire health experts look for more 'holistic approach' to prevent illnesses this school year

Health experts look for more 'holistic approach' to prevent illnesses this school year Health experts say this is the most "normal" back-to-school students and their families have had since the start of the pandemic, but they say there are still some challenges. Grace Finerman WMUR

CONCORD, N.H. — Health experts say this is the most "normal" back-to-school students and their families have had since the start of the pandemic, but they say there are still some challenges.

“Our first message to people particularly going back to school, parents that are concerned about their children, is to get vaccinated,” said Dr. Benjamin Chan, New Hampshire state epidemiologist.

Chan says he's viewing COVID-19 in a more holistic approach by trying to prevent the virus along with other illnesses.

While says vaccines are vital, more precautions are needed.

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