The holiday season can be difficult enough without the added stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. If you or someone you know is struggling mentally or emotionally, help is available 24/7 through the Hope4NC Helpline. Call 1-855-587-3463 to speak to someone who can help today.

While New Hanover County remains YELLOW in the COVID-19 County Alert System, daily new cases continue to rise. Before you consider any travel or gatherings, consider the potential impacts of COVID-19 and wear a mask whenever around non-household members. Stay informed: Health.NHCgov.com/Coronavirus

Public Health Safety Alert: COVID-19 continues to be a serious threat in our community and throughout the state and country. If you gather for the holidays, remember your 3Ws: Wear a mask. Wash your hands. Wait 6 feet from others. Stay home if you’re sick. Download SlowCOVIDNC at COVID19.NCDHHS.gov/SlowCOVIDNC. Protect you and your loved ones. Read more: bit.ly/360KddG

COVID-19 continúa siendo una seria amenaza en nuestra comunidad y en todo el estado. Si se reúne para las fiestas, recuerde sus 3 preguntas: use una máscara. Lávese las manos. Espere a 6 pies de los demás. Quédese en casa si está enfermo. Descargue SlowCOVIDNC en COVID19.NCDHHS.gov/SlowCOVIDNC. Protégete a ti mismo y sus seres queridos.

You can stay active and stay safe from COVID-19. If playing sports, avoid physical contact and limit participants or spectators. Bring your own gear, water & towels. And keep that mask on! Crowded areas, even if outdoors, can still contribute to the spread of COVID-19.

Puede estar activo y a salvo de la COVID-19. Si practica deportes, evite el contacto físico y limite los participantes y espectadores. Lleve sus propios accesorios, agua y toallas. ¡Y use el cubrebocas! Las áreas concurridas, incluso en exteriores, pueden propagar la COVID-19.