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New York state intends to follow the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s new recommendations on outdoor mask use for fully vaccinated people.
Released Tuesday, the guidelines state that fully vaccinated people defined as two or more weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine no longer need to wear masks outdoors, except in certain crowded settings and venues. However, masks should still be worn indoors and by people who are not fully vaccinated. This guidance re-emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated and closely adhering to public health guidance, particularly if you are not yet vaccinated.