The upcoming three-day holiday is commonly celebrated as the unofficial end of summer with barbecues and get-togethers.
As COVID-19 cases reached a daily average of 150,000 in the United States,health officials are urging caution.
The CDC has long recommended people to delay travel plans domestically and internationally until theyre fully vaccinated.
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Getting vaccinated is free.
Its easy and convenient.
Its safe and effective.
And its never, ever been more important.
Additionally, pay attention to local vaccine and mask mandates.
What This Means For You
Vaccination remains the best tool to protect yourself from COVID-19.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.COVID Data Tracker.
