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The safest way to celebrate the New Year during the pandemic is at home with the people you live with, or online with friends and family, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. (CDC) in a guide posted on its website Wednesday.
"Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others," he says, echoing the guide for other winter holidays.
For those hosting a celebration, the CDC suggests staying outside, limiting the number of guests, having extra masks, and keeping background music low to avoid yelling.
When attending a celebration, the agency says masks should be worn indoors and outdoors, and alcohol and drugs that can impair judgment should be avoided.
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"While some people may get their covid-19 shots before New Year's Eve, continue to take steps to protect yourself and others for some time," the CDC says.
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The CDC also suggests other activities, such as having a virtual celebration with your loved ones, planning a New Years Eve party for the people who live in a household, communicating with friends, family and neighbors, watching live fireworks, or planning an outdoor activity. fresh air.
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“It's okay if you decide to postpone or cancel your meeting.
Do what is best for you, ”states the guide.
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If you celebrate with people outside your home, the CDC suggests wearing a mask, even under a scarf when outside, and staying at least 2 meters away, avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated spaces, washing your hands, staying indoors. if you are sick and get a flu shot as soon as possible.
Vacation travel can also increase a person's chances of contracting and spreading Covid-19, and the CDC continues to recommend postponing travel.
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