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The below guidance (in English and Burmese) has been designed to ensure the care of children affected by COVID-19 due to either the child or caregiver requiring medical care in the home, community or health facility. Firstly, it serves to guide all actors, especially health actors, in understanding key considerations when it comes to possible family separation: what they should consider and when it may be necessary to involve child protection actors. Second, it serves to guide child protection actors on steps to consider if children or caregivers are at risk of being separated due to COVID-19.
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