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When to expand social circles amid COVID-19?
As public health officials continue to encourage families to stay at home, some are weighing the risks and benefits of expanding their social circles.
By Madeleine Brand • • 49m ListenAs public health officials continue to encourage families to stay at home, some are weighing the risks and benefits of expanding their social circles. One Woodland Hills teacher recently hosted a get-together at her home for her teen daughter and her friends — with chairs six feet apart and everyone wearing masks. Another mom is questioning what isolation means for brain development of her 3 year old and 4 year old.
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