TULSA, OK – [March 11, 2021] \u2013 When schools went on Spring Break last year, they were not able to return to in-person learning that semester due to the large rise in COVID-19 cases. Health officials are encouraging everyone to avoid this happening again by making smart choices for their family\u2019s Spring Break plans and continue to practice the 3 W\u2019s: Wash your hands, wear a mask and watch your distance.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are many ways to enjoy the break safely with those that you live with,\u201d said THD Executive Director, Dr. Bruce Dart. \u00a0\u201cWe all are ready to get away, but we are asking everyone to continue to stay vigilant as COVID-19 is still here.\u201d<\/p>\n
Travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19. The CDC recommends that you do not travel at this time. You may feel well and not have any symptoms, but you can still spread COVID-19 to family, friends, and community during and after travel. You should definitely not travel if you were exposed to COVID-19, if you are sick, or you have tested positive for COVID-19. Don\u2019t travel with someone who is sick.<\/p>\n
If you still choose to travel, follow CDC guidelines to stay safe.\u00a0<\/p>\n
If you are eligible, get fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Wait 2 weeks after getting your second vaccine dose to travel, because it takes time for your body to build protection after any vaccination.
\nGet tested with a viral test 1-3 days before you travel. Keep a copy of your test results with you during travel in case you are asked for them. Do NOT travel if you test positive.
\nWear a mask over your nose and mouth when in public settings. Masks are required on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States and in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations.
\nAvoid crowds and stay at least 6 feet from anyone who did not travel with you. It\u2019s important to do this everywhere \u2014 both indoors and outdoors.
\nWash your hands often or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
\nIf you are planning to travel internationally, check the requirements at your destination. When you return, all air passengers to the U.S. are required to have a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board a flight to the United States.<\/p>\n
Attending gatherings to celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day increases your risk of getting and spreading COVID-19. The safest way to celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day this year is to gather virtually, with people who live with you, or outside and at least 6 feet apart from others.<\/p>\n
Decorate your home in St. Patrick\u2019s Day colors, shamrocks, and leprechauns.
\nCelebrate by making Irish\u2013inspired recipes.
\nHave an outdoor neighborhood St. Patrick\u2019s Day celebration with everyone at least 6 feet apart and wearing masks.
\nWatch a virtual St. Patrick\u2019s Day celebration.
\nIf you plan to celebrate with others, outdoors is safer than indoors.<\/p>\n
The Tulsa Health Department continues to offer specimen collection for\u00a0COVID-19 testing\u00a0by appointment only. Appointments can be scheduled online. Call 918-582-9355 to speak to a public health professional. For more information, please visit our\u00a0COVID-19 page.<\/p>\n
More information regarding vaccine availability in Tulsa County can be found on our\u00a0COVID-19 vaccine page. For information regarding the Oklahoma COVID-19 Vaccine Plan, including the priority population framework for Oklahoma, please visit\u00a0oklahoma.gov\/covid19\/vaccine-information.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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