Should a child with a fever stay at home or be sent to school?

Pediatric specialist Dr. Sibel Kalçın Karakaş highlighted fever and fatigue as key warning signs in childhood influenza cases, emphasizing the importance of at-home rest during recovery. She advised that children showing these symptoms should generally stay home rather than attend school. Medical support should be sought without delay if symptoms such as shortness of breath or excessive drowsiness appear. The guidance matters as flu season raises questions for parents over when a febrile child can safely return to the classroom.