Tips for prevention

• Get vaccinated. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine greatly reduces the chance that you will get sick or pass the virus on to others.

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• Stay informed with reliable sources of information and share accurate information with neighbors, friends, and co-workers, especially people who may have difficulty receiving or understanding the information.

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• Wear a mask in public indoor spaces. This is especially important if you are unvaccinated, or if you are in an area where COVID-19 is spreading at high rates. To learn more about mask-wearing, visit our Guidance for wearing masks page.

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• Keep six feet of distance from people who don’t live with you, especially if you aren’t fully vaccinated.

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• Avoid crowds and places with poor ventilation, especially if you aren’t fully vaccinated. Outdoor spaces are safer than indoor spaces. Opening doors and windows to bring in fresh air can reduce your chances of getting sick.

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• Stay home if you’re sick, and keep your children home if they are sick.

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• Frequently and thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

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• Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash or use your inner elbow or sleeve.

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• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.