{"id":6321,"date":"2021-09-03T19:14:19","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T19:14:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/?p=6321"},"modified":"2021-09-03T21:02:45","modified_gmt":"2021-09-03T21:02:45","slug":"stay-safe-this-labor-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/stay-safe-this-labor-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Stay Safe this Labor Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/09\/LaborDay-01.png&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW33297939 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33297939 BCX0\">With the upcoming Labor Day weekend and increasing cases of COVID-19, it\u2019s important to stay safe<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33297939 BCX0\">\u00a0all weekend long by masking up, backing up, washing up, and even\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW33297939 BCX0\">vaxing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33297939 BCX0\">\u00a0up. Here\u2019s some tips to keep in mind as you are planning for your 3-day long weekend.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW33297939 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Stay Home&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW10099280 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10099280 BCX0\">Stay Home &amp; Limit Non-Essential Travel<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW10099280 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As COVID-19 cases rise, consider spending the weekend relaxing at home. It\u2019s especially important for those who are unvaccinated to stay\u00a0home\u00a0and limit travel this Labor Day weekend\u00a0as they are the most susceptible to contracting the Delta variant.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do need to travel this weekend, check out our safe traveling tips and <strong>get tested 3-5 days after you return<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/safe-travel-during-a-pandemic\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Safe Travel During a Pandemic&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Travel Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Gather Safely&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gather Safely<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are planning to gather with others this weekend, it\u2019s important to think\u00a0smart\u00a0about how to gather safely.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Regardless of vaccination status and event size, the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.state.mn.us\/diseases\/coronavirus\/prevention.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Minnesota Department of Health strongly recommends the following<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wear a mask, especially around those who are unvaccinated or around children<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wash hands often<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cover your cough and avoid touching your face\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay home if exposed or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;If you are attending a small gathering: &#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Small Gathering&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s safest to gather with those who are all fully vaccinated. If you\u00a0planning\u00a0an event with mixed vaccination statuses, consider the following:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Consider postponing the event until everyone is fully vaccinated<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wear a mask if attending a gathering\u00a0with those who are unvaccinated, with children or with those who are at higher risk of getting COVID-19<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay 6 feet apart<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gather outdoors, or if indoors\u2013keep windows open to increase ventilation\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have a virtual gathering or plan an online activity such as a Netflix watch party<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; 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If you receive your first dose of Pfizer or\u00a0Moderna this weekend \u2013 you will be able to meet the requirements by this deadline.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do not choose to get vaccinated, then you will need to get tested weekly<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0When you\u2019re busy with school, work, sports\u00a0and other activities,\u00a0it\u2019s hard\u00a0enough\u00a0to\u00a0balance all those\u00a0responsibilities\u00a0and find free time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Add getting tested weekly into the mix\u2013it\u2019s going\u00a0to make it harder to find that school-work-life balance. 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