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  1. How long should you isolate for?

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Coronavirus Household Isolation Guidelines

1. Isolation Periods

The length of isolation varies depending on the situation:

  • Single Person Household: If someone develops symptoms, isolation begins. It ends if symptoms cease, but not before at least 10 days have passed. If symptoms persist, continue isolation.
  • Two-Person Household: If one person develops symptoms, they isolate for 14 days. If the second person develops symptoms later, their isolation period starts from their symptom onset date.
  • Three-Person Household: If someone develops symptoms late into the isolation period, they isolate for at least 20 days or until symptoms resolve.

2. Importance of Isolation

Coronavirus can be asymptomatic, and isolation is crucial to prevent spreading the virus:

  • Even asymptomatic individuals can transmit the virus.
  • Going out while infected poses a serious risk as COVID-19 can be fatal.

Each situation may vary, but adherence to isolation guidelines is vital to protect yourself and others.