Important update: Healthcare facilities

CDC has updated select ways to operate healthcare systems effectively in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more

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UPDATE

Given new evidence on the B.1.617.2 (Delta) variant, CDC has updated the guidance for fully vaccinated people. CDC recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status. Children should return to full-time in-person learning in the fall with layered prevention strategies in place.

UPDATE

The White House announced that vaccines will be required for international travelers coming into the United States, with an effective date of November 8, 2021. For purposes of entry into the United States, vaccines accepted will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines. More information is available here.

UPDATE

Travel requirements to enter the United States are changing, starting November 8, 2021. More information is available here.

Workplaces and Businesses

Plan, Prepare, and Respond

Updated Oct. 18, 2021

The Clean Air in Buildings Challengeexternal icon helps building owners and operators improve indoor air quality and protect public health. Create your clean indoor air action plan today.

Workplace Prevention Strategies

To prevent and reduce transmission and maintain healthy business operations in non-healthcare workplaces

CDC has archived several workplace-related guidance documents, factsheets, and toolkits. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides resources to prevent COVID-19 exposure and infection in the workplace. For the most current requirements, guidance, and tools, see OSHA COVID-19 Resourcesexternal icon.

Vaccination

Health and Safety Practices

Testing

For Specific Industries and Occupations

Health and safety steps for specific occupations, including first responders, transportation, personal services and hospitality

Specific Industries

Implement healthy business operations and reduce COVID-19 transmission by staying aware of COVID-19 Community Levels.

For Health Departments

Print Resources

Printable posters and graphics developed to help you communicate COVID-19 recommendations in your workplace.

More Communication Materials

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