Know the risk: Thanksgiving activities and COVID-19
Published
Nov. 10, 2020
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Reviewed by
a UI Health Care Provider
on
Nov. 1, 2021
Always keep in mind the number of people present, the space you're in, and make sure you wear a mask in all activities when not with members of your household.
Keep in mind that to make activities safe and low risk, you should:
- Wear a mask when with others outside of your household
- Always keep a distance of at least six feet from others
- Wash your hands often
Food and family
LOW RISK
Dinner with members of your household or virtual dinner with friends and family
MEDIUM RISK
Small dinner outside with people outside your household
HIGH RISK
Attend or host an indoor gathering with people outside your household
Shopping
LOW RISK
Shop online for holiday gifts
MEDIUM RISK
Shop in stores during less crowded days or hours
HIGH RISK
Shop in crowded stores
Fitness
LOW RISK
Time your run and participate in a virtual race
MEDIUM RISK
Participate in a race, keeping distance from others at all times
HIGH RISK
Running in or watching a crowded race