This time of year, families and friends will be making choices about whether or not to gather for celebrations, game days or other seasonal events.
Gathering in groups — even with people we know — may spread COVID-19. The more people we interact with at a gathering and the longer that interaction lasts, the higher the risk of becoming infected.
The safest action, especially if you’re in a high-risk category, is to avoid gatherings and find different ways to celebrate. If that’s not an option, here is a checklist to help plan a safer gathering.