As more and more of us get vaccinated against COVID-19, many are advocating for a normal summer. A summer where people are out, having fun, connecting, creating experiences, and sharing their lives with others.
Last summer, we didn’t have that. Last summer was hard. For a lot of people the spring and summer were filled with worries about getting the virus. Some lost family members to the virus, unfortunately. It was a tough, tough period and most of us couldn’t have the summer we truly wanted.
Throwing a party in summer 2021 seems only fitting for those that have been vaccinated. Here’s everything you need to know about how to do it.
Can Someone Who Has Been Vaccinated Still Spread The Virus?
There is a lot we still don’t know about COVID-19. The way variants have presented has also complicated matters in terms of how to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Even what we know, this has obviously changed quite a bit over time and continues to change.
While vaccinated people are less likely to spread COVID-19, they still can. It also takes time to build immunity. Two weeks minimum. This means one can still get vaccinated today and encounter the virus tomorrow and get very ill.
The vaccinated can still spread the virus, if one assumes the worst-case scenario is true. When planning a summer party, factor in the fact that you still want to protect your attendees. You absolutely can have a safe party this summer. It just takes some planning and some trust among those you invite.
Tips On How To Have A Party While Protecting Against COVID-19
- Ask anyone who is coming whether they are vaccinated. Ideally, everyone will have at least one of their two vaccines.
- Ensure extra consideration is paid to safety if there are people at your party 55 or older. These people are at-risk. That said, if everyone is vaccinated, you can have a party identical to how you would have it before COVID-19 ever happened. So long as someone’s fully vaccinated with two doses and the necessary two-week period has passed, that person can enjoy a party without a mask and without social distancing.
- Use premium party tableware that can be disposed of afterward. Encourage party attendees to toss their own plates and cups. Have a garbage can ready to go. This way, anything that’s come in contact with a person’s mouth isn’t being dumped in the sink or exposed to someone else.
- Have your party outside if you can. If you have a deck or backyard, you bring down chances of spreading COVID-19 significantly by being outside.
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