Holiday celebrations and small gatherings

Updated Nov. 19, 2020.The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful and isolating for many people. Gatherings during the upcoming holidays can be an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends. This holiday season, consider how your holiday plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19 to keep your friends, families, and communities healthy and safe.Unfortunately, the COVID-19 epidemic is worsening, and small household gatherings are an important contributor to the rise in COVID-19 cases. CDC offers the following considerations to slow the spread of COVID-19 during small gatherings. These considerations are meant to supplement\u2014not replace\u2014any state, local, territorial, or tribal health and safety laws, rules, and regulations with which all gatherings must comply.Considerations for Small Gatherings -- Who should avoid in-person celebrations -- Considerations for Hosting or Attending a Gathering -- Steps to take if exposed to COVID-19 during a holiday gathering -- Holiday celebrations.2020E:\cpapFiles\WebServer\COVID19holidays2020nov19.pdfhttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html869