Stay healthy for 2021 Writing us

2020 has been quite a year: Devastating fires, violent protests and a record-breaking heat wave. What about the COVID-19 virus?

A light shone in early November 2020: Pfizer made a 90% effective vaccine for COVID-19.

Don’t throw away the masks just yet! Vaccines go through safety tests, which can take years and it will not be available to everyone overnight.

A virus did not damage my gait, hearing and speech — a drunken driver hit me in 1992. I teach people to not drive drunk. My teaching continues.

Until this vaccine becomes available, prevent getting and spreading the virus:

• Celebrate holidays with few people. Preferably, those you live with.

• Use digital platforms ( like Zoom) or postage mail to connect with others.

• Watch religious services on TV or online. Gatherings can spread the virus causing illness or death..

• LimitO physical interactions with others. Wear a mask in populated areas and stay six feet away from others.

• Avoid heavy drinking. If intoxicated, you are more likely to behave in ways that promote the spread of the virus and even drive drunk.

• Hand washing is your best line of defense.

— Lori Martin/Tracy

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