masking

To mask or not to mask: That is the question for vaccinated people as the delta variant surges. The answer may depend on the situation, experts say. Here, these roller-coaster riders mask up at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif.

Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Vaccinated. I Thought I Could Give Up Masks! But Should I?

7:30pm July 26, 2021

by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Yes, that was the plan. Then along came the delta variant. And now people who are vaccinated are wondering: Are there circumstances in which a mask would be advisable?

The CDC has softened its guidance for how to operate summer camps for kids this year. Children 12 and older can get the COVID-19 vaccine. Here, a health care worker administers a vaccine dose to a teenager in Miami.

The CDC Revises Its Summer Camp Guidance, Easing Restrictions

5:55pm May 28, 2021

Masks are optional for vaccinated kids, and other recommended restrictions have been softened, making for a more relaxed camping experience for children this summer.

The CDC's latest guidance says people who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear a mask when they're outdoors unless they're in a crowded space.

CDC: If You're Vaccinated, You Don't Need To Mask Outdoors (Unless You're In A Crowd)

5:21pm April 27, 2021

by Allison Aubrey

But the CDC is urging all people — vaccinated or not — to continue avoiding medium or large gatherings since it's still learning how well the vaccines work to curb the spread of the virus.

Queue Listen Now

You can do a lot of things with minimal risk after being vaccinated. Although our public health expert says that maybe it's not quite time for a rave or other tightly packed events. Above: Fans take photographs of Megan Thee Stallion at a London show in 2

Health & Safety

Coronavirus FAQ: You're Vaccinated. Cool! Now About Those 'Breakthrough' Infections...

3:41pm April 16, 2021

by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

No vaccine is 100% effective. Though so-called "breakthrough" COVID cases are rare, the virus is circulating widely. What's a vaccinated person to do? And ... not do?