The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that people who tested positive for COVID-19, have recovered from being sick with COVID-19, or were released from COVID-19 quarantine may experience social stigma. Stigma is associated with a lack of knowledge about how COVID-19 spreads, a need to blame someone, fears about disease and death, and gossip that spreads rumors and myths. Everyone can help stop stigma related to COVID-19 by knowing the facts and sharing them with others in their communities. Visit cdc.gov to learn more about how you can help and to access the guide to preventing and addressing social stigma associated with COVID-19.
