CO Health Officials Share Advice For Halloween COVID-19 Safety

COLORADO — State health officials are urging Coloradans to reduce the risk of catching or spreading COVID-19 this Halloween by wearing a mask and being cautious during gatherings with friends and family.

The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment said close to 72 percent of Colorado residents are fully vaccinated.

However, since there is no approved vaccination for children under 12, the state said asking your child to wear a mask and avoiding any gatherings with those who are unvaccinated will help keep them safe. Health officials also said people who are immunocompromised can receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to help them stay protected.

Dr. Eric France, the chief medical officer for CDHPE, offered the following advice:

"Halloween is a fun tradition for Colorado families and being mindful and exercising precautions will help keep Coloradans safe," France said in a news release. "Thanks to the COVID-19 vaccines, many Coloradans are now protected from the virus, but COVID-19 is still spreading in Colorado.

"Consider wearing a mask even if you are fully vaccinated, and try to have your celebration outdoors as it’s generally safer than indoor gatherings. Keep indoor celebrations small and wear a mask (in addition to any costume mask you may have on) to protect against COVID-19."

The state health department said costume masks are not a suitable substitute for masks that protect against COVID.

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