CDC says fully vaccinated people don’t usually need masks outside

CDC says fully vaccinated people don’t usually need masks outside

 

Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance on outdoor mask use for fully vaccinated Americans.    According to the new guidance, if attending small outdoor gatherings or dining outside with friends from multiple households, those who are fully vaccinated can be unmasked. Unvaccinated people still need to keep their masks on.    "If you are fully vaccinated and want to attend a small outdoor gathering with people who are vaccinated and unvaccinated, or dine at an outdoor restaurant with friends from multiple households, the science shows if you are vaccinated, you can do so safely unmasked," CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said during a virtual White House briefing.    While we’re on the path back to normal, this isn’t a ticket for people to resume all their pre-pandemic behaviors.    The federal health agency says even if you've been vaccinated, you should avoid large indoor gatherings. While they didn’t define how many people would be in a large gathering, the agency's website describes "large gatherings" as bringing together "many people from multiple households in a private or public space."   And if you’re fully vaccinated and choose to attend a crowded outdoor event, such as a live performance, parade or sporting event, the agency still recommends keeping a mask on.