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     • This variant has a shorter incubation time than those that came before it — about 3 days. If you have it, you can spread the virus to others from 1-2 days before your symptoms start until 2-3 days after they've cleared up. Even if you never show symptoms, you can still be contagious.
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   How long is Omicron contagious?

   • This variant has an incubation period of just over 3 days. If you have Omicron or any variant of COVID-19, you will likely have symptoms for a couple of weeks. You're contagious from 1-2 days before your symptoms start until 2-3 days after they're gone. You can be contagious even if you don't have symptoms.

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   Can Omicron cause a cold?

   • Early studies found that cold-like symptoms were common in those with Omicron. They reported that the top five symptoms related to the variant were: But other common COVID-19 symptoms, such as cough, fever, and loss of smell or taste, are still important signs to watch out for in case of any COVID-19 variant.

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   How long is a Cold Contagious?

   • In fact, most people become contagious with a cold for one to two days before their symptoms start. Once symptoms set in, you are considered contagious for as long as your symptoms are present, lasting anywhere from five days to two weeks after your symptoms start. How Long Do Colds Last? Unfortunately, colds just happen sometimes.

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   What happens if you don't get Omicron 5 days after exposure?

   • However, if they still don’t have symptoms five days after exposure, they should still seek out a test to check if they are infected and asymptomatic. The symptoms associated with omicron are slightly different than previous variants, aligning more with influenza or the common cold according to Hamer.

   Here's what to do after being exposed to omicron - Boston.com

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3. www.health.com › news › omicron-timelineOmicron Infection Timeline: Exposure to Immunity - Health

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   Nov 18, 2022 · Omicron and its iterations likely aren't going away anytime soon, and you may still contract the virus (although likely a milder version) even if you have been vaccinated or boosted, or...

4. www.boston.com › omicron-what-to-do-after-exposureHere's what to do after being exposed to omicron - Boston.com

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   Jan 24, 2022 · 3-5 days after exposure: Get tested. According to the most recent Center for Disease Control guidelines, if someone exhibits symptoms of COVID-19, they should get tested. Therefore, over the...

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5. www.npr.org › isolation-testing-omicron-infectionWhen is it safe to stop isolating after you have an omicron ...

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   Feb 17, 2022 · At least three studies have found that people infected with omicron still have virus levels high enough to be contagious more than five days after their symptoms began. Researchers looked at...

6. www.factcheck.org › 2024 › 03Explaining the New CDC Guidance on What To Do if You Have ...

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   Mar 15, 2024 · Since December 2021, the agency had recommended individuals isolate for at least five days after developing symptoms of COVID-19, or after a positive test if asymptomatic.

7. www.nbcchicago.com › news › coronavirusOmicron Symptoms: Here's What to Watch For After COVID Exposure

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   Jan 6, 2022 · With some omicron cases, particularly breakthrough infections in those who are boosted and vaccinated, remaining mild, many are wondering how to tell if it's a cold, the flu or COVID-19....

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   Apr 12, 2023 · Colds are most contagious one to four days after symptoms develop. Common cold symptoms include: Congestion. Coughing. Headache. Runny nose. Sore throat. Not everyone gets all these symptoms, and the severity can vary. Most colds last for about a week, but it's possible to spread the virus after that.

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   Aug 18, 2023 · If you have it, you can spread the virus to others from 1-2 days before your symptoms start until 2-3 days after they've cleared up. Even if you never show symptoms, you can still be contagious.