NCDHD releases updated isolation, quarantine guidelines

North Central District Health Department announced Monday that 256 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in the district since the Jan. 3 reporting period.

According to NCDHD personnel, the isolation period for positive individuals and quarantine period for exposed individuals has been updated.

Individuals who test positive for COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status, should stay home for at least five days. If symptoms dissipate after five days or if no symptoms are experienced, individuals may leave their home. Masks should continue to be worn around others for an additional five days. Anyone experiencing a fever should stay home until the fever resolves.

Individuals who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, are fully vaccinated and have received a booster dose, if eligible, should wear a mask around others for 10 days, test on day five, if possible, and stay home if symptoms develop.

Individuals who are not fully vaccinated but have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, should remain home for five days, wear a mask around others for an additional five days, test on day five, if possible, and stay home if symptoms develop.

Individuals who are unable to quarantine must wear a mask for 10 days.