How new CDC guidelines will impact restaurants
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new guidelines that shorten the isolation period from 10 to five days after a positive COVID-19 test. Restaurants are expected to benefit from these new guidelines.
Many restaurants have struggled with staffing shortages because of COVID-19. Jessica Dunker with the Iowa Restaurant Association said having people back to work more quickly if they don't have symptoms and are no longer contagious will help reduce staffing shortages.
Dunker said many restaurant employees rely on tipping income, and the new year is a significant time for the restaurant industry.
According to the Iowa Restaurant Association, most restaurants will still require a negative COVID-19 test before people come back.
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