What are the current protocols for a positive COVID test?
If your COVID-19 test is positive A positive COVID-19 test means the virus was detected and you have Lees meer
How long are you contagious if you test positive for COVID-19?
Bjorn van der Velde
2025-12-21 06:16:18
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Many people will no longer be infectious to others after 5 days, but you can be infectious for up to 10 days.
Xavi Dijkstra
2025-12-11 16:36:55
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Most people are the most contagious on day four of symptoms with COVID and then it wanes from there.
While people become less contagious over time, they are still contagious with COVID for an average of eight days.
That may vary depending on factors including underlying health conditions and the severity of illness.
The CDC says for all three illnesses, you no longer need to isolate if you have no fever for 24 hours and symptoms have improved.
However, with COVID it’s still important to take added precautions for the next five days, including physical distancing and wearing a mask.
If you have COVID and want to be extra cautious, you can take an at-home rapid test first before interacting with others, though they are not 100% accurate.
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How long do you have to isolate yourself if you test positive for COVID?
If you have COVID-19 you should isolate for at least five days. Day 0 is your first day of symptoms Lees meer
Tobias Eijkelboom
2025-12-04 11:03:25
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When your symptoms are getting better overall and you have not had a fever for at least 24 hours, you are typically less contagious, but it still takes more time for your body to fully get rid of the virus. During this time, you may still be able to spread the virus to others. Using precautions for the next 5 days can help reduce this risk. After this 5-day period, you are typically much less likely to be contagious. However, some people, especially people with weakened immune systems, can continue to spread the virus for a longer period of time. For COVID-19, taking a test can help you know how likely you are to spread the virus. A positive test tends to mean it is more likely that you can spread the virus to others at the time that you are tested. You are likely to be less contagious after your symptoms fully resolve but some people, like those with immunocompromising conditions, can shed the virus for a long time.
Pepijn Rademaker
2025-11-26 20:28:31
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Generally, your contagious period ends after nine days if symptoms improve.
The CDC advises that you isolate at home and away from others until your symptoms improve and you do not have a fever for at least 24 hours.
People with more severe symptoms will take longer to recover and will need to isolate longer to prevent transmission to others.
One study found that people with a weak immune system, such as from chemotherapy or HIV, can spread the virus for four weeks.
Keep in mind that you are likely contagious if you still test positive after this time.
Continue to isolate at home and wear a high-quality mask until you test negative.
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Can I go to work if I'm COVID positive?
Stay home unless you need medical care. Don’t go to work or school and avoid public places like sto Lees meer
What are the rules now if I test positive for COVID?
If you test positive for COVID-19, there are things you need to do to take care of yourself and help Lees meer