COVID-19 cases are still on the rise. The average number of daily cases in the last 7 days increased 43% compared to the previous 7 days, with 94% of U.S. jurisdictions seeing a jump in cases. This Thanksgiving, protect yourself and your loved ones and help slow the spread in your community:

- Gather outdoors if you can.
- Limit the size of gatherings.
- Wear a mask. ...
- Stay 6 feet from others.
- Wash your hands.

Is your college student returning home for Thanksgiving? Returning students should be considered overnight guests, and families should take all recommended precautions for overnight guests (see list below) for 14 days.

• Wear a mask that covers both your mouth and nose, even in your home.
• Avoid close contact with your student by staying at least 6 feet apart.
• Wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol....
• Avoid contact with anyone who is sick.
• Avoid touching your mask, eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Improve ventilation while indoors.