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    This document provides guidance for individuals who have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19. It explains that they must self-quarantine for 14 days from the date of last contact to monitor for symptoms and prevent potential spread of the virus. Restrictions include staying home, separating from others, and avoiding public areas. It outlines what to do if symptoms develop or medical care is needed during the quarantine period.

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    Home quarantine guidance for close contacts to Coronavirus Disease 2019

    (COVID-19)

    This guidance is for people who were in close contact with someone with Coronavirus Disease 2019.
    If you are a health care worker or first responder, please refer to guidance from your employer.

    Why am I being asked to self-quarantine?


    You have been in close contact with someone who has Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and even though
    you feel well now, it is possible that you are also infected. It can take 2 – 14 days to show symptoms, so we may
    not know for up to 14 days if you are infected or not. You have been asked to self-quarantine in case you are
    infected so that you don’t pass on the infection to anyone else. It may turn out that you are not infected but it is
    too soon to tell.

    How long do I need to self-quarantine?


    Your last day of quarantine is 14 days from when you were last in contact with the person with COVID-19.
    If you continue to live with and/or care for the person with COVID-19, the quarantine guidance is as follows:
    • Your quarantine will end 14 days after the household started to follow the Home Isolation Instructions.
    • If there is close contact with a person with COVID-19 (being within 6 feet for more than 10 minutes or
    there was contact with their body fluids and/or secretions (such as being coughed on/sneezed on, sharing
    utensils or saliva, or you provided care without wearing protective equipment) the 14-day quarantine
    period will have to restart.
    • If you are unable to avoid close contact, you should stay in quarantine for 14 days after the person with
    COVID-19 was told they were “cleared” to stop their own isolation. This is likely to be at least 21 days.
    • If you do not have symptoms, there is no need to get tested. But if you have been tested, you still need to
    stay in quarantine for the full 14 days even if your test result is negative.

    What are the restrictions?


    You must restrict activities and limit all movements that may put you in contact with others during the quarantine
    period.
    1. Stay home. Do not go to work, school, or public areas.
    2. Do not allow visitors and limit the number of people in your home.
    3. Separate yourself from others in your home (unless they are also in quarantine).
    • Stay in a specific room and away from other people in your home. It is very important to stay away
    from people who are at higher risk of serious illness. This includes people who are age 65 years and
    older, are pregnant, or have a health problem such as a chronic disease or a weak immune system.
    • Use a separate bathroom, if available.
    • Stay at least 6 feet away from others. When this is not possible, wear a face cover.
    • Do not handle pets or other animals.
    • Do not prepare or serve food to others.

    Can I leave my residence during quarantine?


    • You may not leave your place of quarantine or enter another public or private place except to get
    necessary medical care.
    • If you do not have someone to help you, you can arrange for food and other necessities to be left at
    your door. If you need help finding food or other necessities, call 2-1-1, the County Information
    Line or visit the website https://www.211la.org.
    Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
    publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/
    Home Quarantine Guidance - revised 4/10/20
    Home quarantine guidance for close contacts to Coronavirus Disease 2019
    (COVID-19)

    What if I need to seek medical care?


    • Call 9-1-1 if you have a medical emergency. For other medical issues, if possible, call your doctor first
    to get advice by phone or telemedicine and tell them that you are a contact to someone with COVID-19.
    • If you do go out for medical care and are having new symptoms or signs of COVID-19, you should wear
    a surgical mask. If you don’t have one, wear a cloth face cover. Infants and children under 2 should not
    wear cloth face coverings. Children between the ages of 2 and 8 should use them but under adult
    supervision to ensure that the child can breathe safely and avoid choking or suffocation. Children with
    breathing problems should not wear a face covering. See Guidance for Cloth Facing Coverings for more
    information.
    • Use a private vehicle if possible. If you cannot drive yourself, be sure to keep as much distance as
    possible between you and the driver and leave windows down. You should not use public transport.

    Will Public Health notify my workplace or school?


    Public Health will not notify or release any personal information about you to your workplace or school unless it
    is necessary to do so to protect your health or the health of others.

    How should I monitor my health during this period?


    Monitor your health for signs and symptoms of COVID-19:
    • Fever.
    • Cough.
    • Shortness of breath or trouble breathing.
    • Other early symptoms to watch for are chills, body aches, sore throat, headache, diarrhea,
    nausea/vomiting, and runny nose.

    What if I develop symptoms?


    If you develop any of the signs or symptoms above, you may have COVID-19. Most people with COVID-19 will
    have mild illness and can get better with the proper home care and without the need to see a provider. However,
    if you are 65 years and older, pregnant, or have a health problem such as a chronic disease or a weak immune
    system, you should let your doctor know about your symptoms. You may be at higher risk of more serious illness
    so you should monitor your symptoms closely and seek medical care early if they get worse.
    You do not need to be tested just to confirm infection. You do need to remain home for at least 7 days from the
    onset of symptoms and 3 days after your fever is completely gone and your respiratory symptoms are better.
    Call your provider if you have concerns or questions about the need for testing. You should continue to isolate
    yourself and follow the guidance Home Care Instructions for People with Respiratory Symptoms. If symptoms
    worsen or continue and you need to seek medical care, call your healthcare provider in advance, or 9-1-1 in an
    emergency, and let them know you are a close contact to a person with confirmed COVID-19.

    What should I do if I have additional questions?


    Visit our website publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/ for more information and guidance. Please call
    your health care provider for any questions related to your health. If you need help finding a health care provider,
    call 2-1-1, the County information line.

    Los Angeles County Department of Public Health


    publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/
    Home Quarantine Guidance - revised 4/10/20

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