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Thanksgiving is a time when many families travel long distances to celebrate together. Travel increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. If you must travel, be informed of the risks involved.Lower risk activities Having a small dinner with only people who live in your household Preparing …

Fall and winter celebrations typically include large gatherings of families and friends, crowded parties, and travel that may put people at increased risk for COVID-19. Hosting a holiday gathering If you will be hosting a celebration, follow CDC tips for hosting gatherings. Below are some additional considerations for hosting a holiday celebration: Host outdoor activities rather than indoor activities as …

Employers, government officials, and higher education leaders alike are looking for ways for workers to acquire the expertise needed for the manufacturing jobs of tomorrow. And — one of these ways is through apprenticeships.National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), November 8-14, is a nationwide celebration in the United States that brings together business leaders, career seekers, labor, educational institutions, and other critical …

“No-Shave November” is a time when men often participate in campaigns to trade their razors for donations to important causes such as cancer research, education or social services. “No-Shave November” campaigns can be a fun way to raise money and awareness for important issues…unless you need to wear a tight-fitting respirator for your job. Ensuring a good fit when wearing …

Many traditional activities can put you at higher risk for exposure to COVID-19. There are several safer, alternative ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Día de los Muertos festivities. Lower risk activities These lower risk activities can be …

Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that resources needed to be safer and more secure online are readily available.Companies routinely gather what they call “passive” data—not something we generate consciously—about our online habits: what we buy, websites we visit, our …

Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Halloween festivities and should not give out candy to trick-or-treaters.Lower risk activities These lower risk activities can be safe …

Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that resources needed to be safer and more secure online are readily available.One of the many changes imposed by COVID-19 this year has been the transition to remote work for many office employees. For …

Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that resources needed to be safer and more secure online are readily available. Managing passwords can be a challenge. Most of us don’t have just one or two passwords, but dozens when you include …

Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that resources needed to be safer and more secure online are readily available. Cybercriminals know that the best time to turn a phish into a catch is when life gets overwhelming. They see COVID-19 …