Aug 18, 2025 · Wearing a mask can help lower the risk of respiratory virus transmission. When worn by a person with an infection, masks reduce the spread of the virus to others.

Mar 10, 2025 · CDC’s Respiratory Virus Guidance provides strategies you can use to help protect yourself and others from health risks caused by COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses.

Mar 1, 2024 · CDC released today updated recommendations for how people can protect themselves and their communities from respiratory viruses, including COVID-19.

Mar 4, 2024 · When should I wear a mask? For people who are sick with COVID-19 or another respiratory virus, the CDC will suggest masking as part of five additional days of ramped-up …

Jun 29, 2021 · If you are not fully vaccinated and aged 2 or older, you should wear a mask in indoor public places. In general, you do not need to wear a mask in outdoor settings. In areas …

May 11, 2023 · Learn about isolating when you have COVID-19. Stay at home for at least 5 days, isolate from others in your home, and wear a mask until day 10.

Jan 17, 2025 · These guidelines aim to reduce the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while allowing for more flexibility in daily activities. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the CDC’s latest recommendations.

Mar 5, 2024 · The CDC has simplified its recommendations for how long to stay home and isolate after testing positive or experiencing symptoms to be consistent across COVID-19, influenza, …

Aug 13, 2025 · The CDC ended its 5-day isolation recommendations for people with COVID-19. Experts agree with the change in guidelines due to vaccinations and treatments for the …

Sep 17, 2024 · Learn about CDC guidance about the role of masks for controlling flu transmission.