Health and Safety Info

COVID-19 Mitigation

The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) adheres to the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local governments, based on the level of community spread where an event is located. This guidance is subject to change at any time. SCCM will update this information as needed.

Check the CDC COVID-19 Community Level

Individuals attending any in-person event should determine what mitigation efforts are most appropriate for them. SCCM provides complimentary masks and antigen tests at all in-person events. For events located in areas where the community spread level is medium or low:

• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended.
• Testing before travelling is recommended.
• Daily testing during the event is strongly recommended. Complimentary antigen self-tests are available from SCCM upon request.
• Masks are not required. Complimentary masks are available from SCCM for anyone who wants to wear a mask.
• Safety protocols, such as proper hand hygiene and social distancing, are effective at preventing the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. Please keep these measures in mind when attending in-person events.

At any SCCM event, self-isolate and contact SCCM Staff at health@sccm.org immediately if you:

• Produce a positive COVID-19 test result
• Begin to feel unwell, even with symptoms of the common cold or influenza

Event-Specific Guidance

It is important to check event-specific guidance before you leave your home to attend an SCCM event.

Acknowledgement of Risk

SCCM cannot guarantee that its participants, volunteers, partners, or others in attendance will not become exposed or infected with COVID-19 in relation to their participation in the event. If you participate in an in-person SCCM event, you acknowledge that you understand and assume this risk.

Duty to Self-Monitor

Participants at any SCCM event agree to self-monitor for any signs and symptoms of illness (e.g., fever, cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, fatigue, loss of smell or taste).

If you suspect you may have an infectious disease of any type, stay in or go immediately to your hotel room and then contact SCCM at health@sccm.org. SCCM will assist you with any next steps, including recommended testing or plans to return home.

If you experience symptoms of COVID-19 within fourteen (14) days after attending an SCCM in-person event, report this to SCCM at health@sccm.org.