'Mask Up Reading' Campaign Launched As COVID-19 Cases Rise

READING, MA — The Reading Public Health Department is launching the "Mask Up Reading" awareness campaign as COVID-19 cases continue to surge across the state. The town has remained moderate risk, but health officials said they are seeing a "concerning increase" in coronavirus cases.

"Mask Up Reading" aims to help keep community awareness high, provide guidance on a continual basis and render aid as needed. Notifications will appear on the Readingma.gov website, social media pages, SeeClickFix City notices, email notices and on signs across town.

The town asks residents to:

• Wear a mask or face covering whenever you are not at home or in your personal vehicle.
• Maintain social distancing, at least 6’ from others.
• Observe the State’s Stay-at-Home Advisory from 10PM – 5AM.
• Review the latest CDC Guidance (below).
• Get a flu shot.
• Talk about Covid precautions with household members, neighbors, friends, and colleagues.
• Stay home when you are experiencing symptoms.
• Don’t hesitate to get a COVID-19 test (click here for testing sites).