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Workplace gatherings prohibited; stay virtual, safe during holidays

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, Penn State Health and the College of Medicine are making a tough – but crucial – ask of their employees during the holidays. Traditional events and plans for both workplace and family must be changed. The top priority must continue to be the safety of employees, their families, patients and communities.

Workplace gatherings of any kind are prohibited. Social gatherings, holiday parties or celebrations are not permitted in any workplace location, including break areas, conference rooms, offices, practice sites or administrative areas.

Use virtual methods to celebrate the holidays with friends and family outside of work and avoid in-person gatherings with anyone outside of their household.

Review the general safety reminders and resources below and follow up with your manager or supervisor with any questions or concerns.

Basic safety reminders:

  • Masks are required indoors and outdoors.
  • Maintain social distancing. Stay at least 6 feet apart.
  • Avoid travel— both domestic and international.
  • Avoid gatherings, crowds and large group activities with people outside of your household.
  • Avoid public places, especially indoor restaurants and bars. Skip events that do not adhere to social distancing or enforce masking.
  • Wash your hands often, and use hand sanitizer. Avoid touching your face.
  • Monitor yourself every day for changes in your health and symptoms of COVID-19.
    Avoid contact with anyone exhibiting COVID-19-like symptoms or with someone who is positive or suspected to have COVID-19.
  • Stay home if you feel sick.

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