Doctors Caution Against Spring Travel

Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 -- 10:07 AM

(WMTV) With spring break right around the corner, doctors on federal, state and local levels are urging people to hold off on traveling in order to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.

Travel around Thanksgiving and Christmas resulted in large outbreaks of COVID-19, according to a news release from UW Health. Chief quality officer Dr. Jeff Pothof explained while things have improved, it is critical that people do not let their guard down to protect themselves against the virus.

If you must travel, UW Health says people should wear a mask, practice social distancing and wash their hands, regardless of their vaccination status. Travelers are also advised to review testing and vaccination requirements before heading to their destination to avoid long and costly quarantines, or even denial of entry back to the U.S.

According to the latest CDC guidelines, it is safe for vaccinated people to gather in small groups in private residences without wearing masks or social distancing.

The CDC also advised people who are vaccinated to consider seeing vaccinated friends or family, while avoiding a more traditional vacation.

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