Experts: Households Only, Virtual Thanksgiving Gatherings Are Best

The video discusses how to safely celebrate Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts recommend virtual celebrations or small gatherings with immediate family. The CDC provides guidelines for those who choose to gather in person, emphasizing outdoor events, mask-wearing, and social distancing. Alternative celebration methods like drive-by gatherings and extended Zoom meetings are suggested. The video also highlights rising COVID-19 hospitalizations and new state restrictions, with President-Elect Joe Biden urging adherence to safety guidelines.

What is the best way to celebrate Thanksgiving according to experts?

• Traveling to meet extended family

• Going to a restaurant

• Hosting a large indoor party

• Celebrating virtually or with immediate household

Which of the following is NOT a CDC guideline for in-person gatherings?

• Hosting the gathering outdoors

• Encouraging guests to bring their own food

• Requiring masks for all attendees

• Sharing condiment bottles

What is the safest measure to reduce COVID-19 risk during the holidays?

• Social distancing

• Using shared items

• Avoiding masks

• Hosting indoor gatherings

What alternative celebration method was suggested for Thanksgiving?

• A large indoor party

• A drive-by front yard gathering

• A potluck dinner

• A community festival

Which states have implemented new restrictions on indoor gatherings?

• New York and Nevada

• Michigan and California

• Ohio and Georgia

• Texas and Florida