Masks are recommended in specific situations, especially for those at higher risk of severe illness. These include older adults, immunocompromised individuals, and people with disabilities. In general, masks are advised in indoor public settings where transmission levels are high, and on public transportation. Schools also require masks for everyone indoors regardless of vaccination status [[❞]](https://www.factcheck.org/2021/07/a-guide-to-the-cdcs-updated-mask-recommendations/).

3. ** sneezes, are also emphasized to reduce the spread of viruses [[❞]](https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/p0301-respiratory-virus.html).

4. **Workplace Guidelines**: For employers, the CDC’s