Thanksgiving Tips From the CDC
Wear a mask
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Wear a mask with two or more layers to stop the spread of COVID-19.
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Wear the mask over your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin.
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Make sure the mask fits snugly against the sides of your face.
Stay at least 6 feet away from others who do not live with you
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Remember that some people without symptoms may be able to spread COVID-19 or flu.
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Keeping 6 feet (about 2 arm lengths) from others is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.
Wash your hands
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Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
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Keep hand sanitizer with you and use it when you are unable to wash your hands.
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Use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Attending a Gathering
Make your celebration safer. In addition to following the steps that everyone can take to make Thanksgiving safer, take these additional steps while attending a Thanksgiving gathering.
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Bring your own food, drinks, plates, cups, and utensils.
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Wear a mask, and safely store your mask while eating and drinking.
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Avoid going in and out of the areas where food is being prepared or handled, such as in the kitchen.
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Use single-use options, like salad dressing and condiment packets, and disposable items like food containers, plates, and utensils.
Hosting a Thanksgiving Gathering
If having guests to your home, be sure that people follow the steps that everyone can take to make Thanksgiving safer. Other steps you can take include:
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Have a small outdoor meal with family and friends who live in your community.
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Limit the number of guests.
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Have conversations with guests ahead of time to set expectations for celebrating together.
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Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and items between use.
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If celebrating indoors, make sure to open windows.
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Limit the number of people in food preparation areas.
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Have guests bring their own food and drink.
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If sharing food, have one person serve food and use single-use options, like plastic utensils.
Thanksgiving Travel
Travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others.
If you do travel
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Check travel restrictions before you go.
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Get your flu shot before you travel.
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Always wear a mask in public settings and on public transportation.
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Stay at least 6 feet apart from anyone who is not in your household.
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Wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer.
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Avoid touching your mask, eyes, nose, and mouth.
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Bring extra supplies, such as masks and hand sanitizer.