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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 covers...
Feb 24, 2024 · You might be contagious at any time from when you are exposed until you develop symptoms. 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.
Feb 15, 2023 · One 2021 review suggests that a person with COVID-19 is most contagious in the first week of illness. Therefore, they may be most contagious shortly before and shortly after symptoms appear.
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Sep 26, 2023 · Medically reviewed by. Soma Mandal, MD. When do you stop being contagious with COVID-19? Research has found that you are likely not contagious nine days after symptom onset. The Centers for...
Nov 5, 2020 · Key Takeaways. COVID-19 is primarily spread through the air. People with mild to moderate cases of COVID-19 are thought to be contagious for up to 10 days. People who test positive for COVID-19 or who have been in close contact with people who have COVID-19 should self-quarantine.
May 11, 2023 · When to Isolate. Regardless of vaccination status, you should isolate from others when you have COVID-19. You should also isolate if you are sick and suspect that you have COVID-19 but do not yet have test results. If your results are positive, follow the full isolation recommendations below.
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Mar 27, 2024 · Many factors affect your risk of catching the virus that causes COVID-19. How long you are in contact, if the space has good air flow and your activities all affect the risk. Also, if you or others wear masks, if someone has COVID-19 symptoms and how close you are affects your risk.
