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As the holiday near and the COVID-19 pandemic persists, this may be a difficult time for many of us and our loved ones. The stress and anxiety created by the health and economic impacts of COVID-19 haven’t gone anywhere, and for some, the holidays may be painful reminders of the loss of loved ones or the isolation created by social distancing.

As of Friday, the statewide travel order, which rates other states’ risk level based on their positive test and new case rates, now lists only Vermont and Hawaii as “lower-risk” states not requiring quarantine or testing upon entering Massachusetts.

When we talk about how coronavirus is impacting our communities, I have often focused on the state and local public health data when providing information in this newsletter. In recognition of the increased likelihood of interstate travel in the coming holiday season, I wanted to provide a brief snapshot of how the pandemic is affecting the nation as well.