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COVID-19

The safety of CFDE attendees is our top priority. We will continue to closely monitor local and institutional policies regarding Covid-19 safety. We ask that all attendees conduct themselves in a manner that respects others and preserves public health. At present, we expect that the following will apply to our meeting:

Testing

Attendees are strongly encouraged to self-administer a lateral flow test each day before entering the conference. Please allow time to self-test before entering the meeting. Please do not attend the meeting in the event of a positive COVID test in the days leading up to the meeting. Visit the Montgomery County COVID information portal for information on local testing facilities.

Vaccines

Attendees are strongly encouraged to be current on COVID-19 vaccinations. The latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control are available here.

Masks

Masks are optional but will be provided by the organizers.

Symptoms

If you present any of the following COVID-19 symptoms, please isolate.

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose