USA TODAY
As the United States marks the one-year anniversary since its first coronavirus case this month, we re reminded how long it s been since we ve been able to hug our loved ones.
With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urging social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, many are missing those heartwarming embraces – so much so that people have tried making homemade hugging stations where a protective plastic barrier separated them from their family and friends.
It s clear that many of us are craving those stress-reducing squeezes. So in celebration of National Hugging Day on Thursday, we ve rounded up some safe, feel-good hug alternatives you can do on your own.