CDC says Fully Vaccinated Americans Can Go Outside Without a Mask
Fully Vaccinated Americans Can Go Outside Without a Mask, CDC says

Source: Drew Angerer / Getty
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released updated guidelines on Tuesday saying fully vaccinated Americans do not need face masks anymore unless they are in a large crowd.
The CDC’s new “interim public health recommendations” details activities fully vaccinated can resume.
- Walking, running, hiking or biking outdoors alone or with members of their household
- Attending small outdoor gatherings with fully vaccinated family and friends
- Attending small outdoor gatherings with a mixture of fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people
- Dining at outdoor restaurants with friends from multiple households
Get Breaking News & Exclusive Contest in Your Inbox:
President Joe Biden spoke from the White House lawn on the new CDC guidance.
“Go get the shot. It’s never been easier. And once you’re fully vaccinated, you can go without a mask when you’re outside and away from big crowds.”
The Latest:
- Alya Talks Viral Single “Hope” Featuring Erica Campbell and D. Smoke
- William McNeil Jr. Files Federal Lawsuit Against Florida Cops
- Charlie Kirk: Everything We Know About Alleged Killer Tyler Robinson
- What’s Right With Chicago: A Black Man’s Guide To America’s Greatest City
- After Charlie Kirk’s Killing, Why Are Black People Paying The Price?
- Tyler Robinson Arrested In The Murder Of Charlie Kirk
- Department Of Education Cancels $350M In HBCU Grants
- Tamela Mann Talks Faith, Family Battles & “Live, Breathe, Fight”
- Why Is The Dominican Republic Seeing A Record Number Of Travelers In 2025?
- 5 HBCU Campuses On Lockdown After Receiving Threats
Fully Vaccinated Americans Can Go Outside Without a Mask, CDC says was originally published on 1053rnb.com