Srinagar, Jan. 23 -- Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Saturday urged authorities in Jammu and Kashmir to vaccinate teachers and staff against Covid-19 before reopening schools.

"Vaccinating teachers and school staff is critical before getting students back in the classrooms," said DAK President and influenza expert Dr Nisar ul Hassan.

"We need to prioritize Covid-19 vaccination among teachers and staff to prevent disruption in learning," he said.

"Vaccine will protect them from the virus, allow them to teach in-person and ultimately keep schools open."

DAK President said we will be placing our teachers and school staff in grave danger if we send them to teach in-person before being vaccinated.

"While children are less likely to g...