What is Social Distancing?

What is social distancing? The Wikipedia definition of social distancing is that it is a set of nonpharmaceutical interventions taken to prevent a disease by painting a physical distance between people. When I read this for the first time I couldn’t help but wonder, what does that mean? I decided to do some research to figure out how to social distance. Here are my guidelines on how we should be social distancing during this world pandemic.

Social Distancing Guidelines for COVID-19:

  • Follow the rules set in place for your county and state
  • Stay home or in your neighborhood
  • Only leave your home for essentials
  • When in contact with people keep at least six feet apart
  • Avoid restaurants or drive-thrus
  • Make sure to stay away from nursing homes, hospitals, or retirement homes
  • Wear face masks when you are out