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Jun 13, 2024 · As a general rule, most people who get COVID-19 are no longer contagious 10 days after the appearance of symptoms or after testing positive for the virus. While there is significant variation in the risk of transmission, most cases follow the same general timeline once symptoms develop.
Mar 7, 2024 · According to the CDC, mild to moderate cases of COVID-19 remain infectious no longer than 10 days after symptom onset. If you test negative on a rapid antigen test, make sure to get tested again a few days later to ensure you don’t get a false negative.
Feb 24, 2024 · You are most contagious with COVID-19 two days before and three days after symptoms develop. You could be contagious for up to 10 days after symptoms start, regardless of whether symptoms are mild or severe.
Jan 7, 2024 · How Long Are You Contagious With COVID-19? According to the CDC, if you have mild to moderate COVID-19, you may be contagious for 10 days from the first day you notice symptoms.
May 11, 2023 · If you test positive for COVID-19, stay home for at least 5 days and isolate from others in your home. You are likely most infectious during these first 5 days. Wear a high-quality mask if you must be around others at home and in public.
Mar 5, 2024 · The CDC has simplified its recommendations for how long to stay home and isolate after testing positive or experiencing symptoms to be consistent across COVID-19, influenza, and RSV infections. This way, anyone who develops symptoms can follow the same isolation guidance, irrespective of what respiratory virus they’re infected with.
Mar 15, 2024 · New guidance from the CDC advises people to isolate until they have been fever-free and with symptoms improving for at least 24 hours, and then take precautions for five days, which...
Aug 10, 2020 · The CDC now says the virus is no longer contagious 10 days after symptom onset, down from a previous 14 days. It’s also important to note that you should be fever-free for at least 24 hours ...
Jan 9, 2024 · Federal health authorities, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, recommend testing no sooner than five days after a COVID-19 exposure, unless you develop symptoms...
Jul 18, 2024 · In March, the C.D.C. shifted its recommendation away from a specific time period. The agency now says that people can return to normal activities 24 hours after both their fever has resolved and ...
