COVID-19 Protocols: Exposed to Someone Positive
- Exposure to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, also known as close contact = less than 6 feet away + for 15 minutes or more + over a period of 24 hours
- Up to date means you have received all of your COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.
I have my COVID-19 vaccines or have had COVID-19 in the past 90 days.
You do not need to isolate.
- Wear a mask around other people for 10 days.
- Watch for symptoms of COVID-19 for 10 days.
- Avoid travel for 10 days.
When to get tested:
Get tested on or after day 5 following exposure or if you develop symptoms.
- If you test negative you may continue normal activity while still wearing a mask until day 10.
- If you test positive or have symptoms, isolate for at least 5 days.
- Those who have had COVID-19 in the last 90 days should not get tested unless they develop symptoms.
I have not had COVID-19 vaccines or have not had COVID-19 in the past 90 days.
You need to isolate for at least 5 days.
- Wear a mask around other people for 10 days.
- Watch for symptoms of COVID-19 for 10 days.
- Avoid travel for 10 days.
When to get tested:
Get tested on or after day 5 following exposure or if you develop symptoms.
- If you test negative you may resume normal activity while still wearing a mask until day 10.
- If you test positive or have symptoms, isolate for at least 5 days.
If you are unable to get tested, you may leave your home after day 5 of isolation if you have not had any symptoms.