'Today' Co-Host Savannah Guthrie Decides To Return To Working From Her Home Studio

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After returned to the "Today" show studio for less than a week, Savannah Guthrie is back to working from home. She co-hosted Monday morning's episode with Hoda Kotb remotely, as she had done two weeks ago.

Kotb is still co-hosting from inside NBC's 1A studio in New York City, but Guthrie explained why she is opting to stay home.

"You know the reason Hoda?" she said. "My family's upstate, and so I'm sticking close to the family and coming to the city less and less. So I'm trying to work from home, and also frankly that's what these officials are telling us to do, so that's exactly what I'm gonna do."

Guthrie began a two-week self-quarantine on March 18 during which she co-hosting "Today" from home.

"Hi everybody! Well, this will be a first. I'm going to be anchoring TODAY from my house!" she announced at the time. "In an abundance of caution, and to model the super vigilance the CDC has asked of all of us, I'm staying home because I have a mild sore throat and runny nose."

She continued, "This was the advice of NBC's superb medical team and my bosses. I feel good and am sure I will be back in no time - but during these days, it's on all of us to be extra cautious and caring of those around us... So see you tomorrow on TODAY - from my basement!"

She was thrilled to be back in the studio last week, saying on March 31's show, "It feels good to be in the same room. I wish we were closer, like we used to snuggle up, but we're practicing our social distancing. It's good to be back in the studio."

Heath officials are urging people to remain in their homes as much as possible and avoid all social gatherings. Additionally, the CDC has issued some tips for helping to avoid contracting the disease.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

Stay home when you are sick.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.