NCDHHS no longer requires everyone to wear a mask if they are not vaccinated. However, some places may continue to require that people wear masks, like health care and long-term care settings.
NCDHHS does recommend wearing a mask if:
You are at high risk for severe illness.
You are unvaccinated or not up to date on your vaccines.
You have COVID-19 or were exposed to the virus.
You want an added layer of protection.
You are in a high-risk setting (examples: health and long-term care facilities, correctional facility, homeless shelter).