How can you do your part to make 2021 a safer, healthier year?
Here are a few tips from the CDC!
#1 Wear A Mask
We've heard it all year long, and we see it posted at the front doors of most businesses. But are you putting your guard down when it comes to being masked up in other public places?
The CDC recommends that you wear masks in public settings, like on public and mass transportation, at events and gatherings, and anywhere you will be around other people.
Wear a mask correctly and consistently for the best protection.
Reusable masks should be washed regularly. Always remove masks correctly and wash your hands after handling or touching a used mask.
#2 Practice Social Distancing
It's the buzz-word of 2020, and it's not going away in 2021. Continue to practice social distancing whenever possible. This step protects not only you but also your loved ones.
The CDC says to stay at least 6 feet from other people who are not from your household in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Avoid crowds.
When going out in public, it is important to stay at least 6 feet away from other people and wear a mask to slow the spread of COVID-19. Consider the following tips for practicing social distancing when you decide to go out.
#3 Wash Your Hands
You know the drill. Whenever you can, make sure you're taking the additional step of washing your hands. Especially after being in public.
Use soap and clean running water for 20 seconds at key times such as after using the bathroom or before eating.
DID YOU KNOW?
The 5 handwashing steps are wet, lather, scrub, rinse, and dry.
You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often, especially during these key times when you are likely to get and spread germs:
#4 Consider Your Family Gatherings
The holidays are behind us, but that doesn't mean family gatherings will go away.
Take steps to protect yourself by wearing a mask, stay 6 feet apart, avoid crowds, and wash your hands often, even during small gatherings.
Several factors can contribute to the risk of getting and spreading COVID-19 at small in-person gatherings. In combination, these factors will create various amounts of risk:
Do not host or participate in any in-person gatherings if you or anyone in your household
People at increased risk for severe illness
If you are an older adult or person with certain medical conditions who is at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19, or live or work with someone at increased risk of severe illness, you should avoid in-person gatherings with people who do not live in your household.
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