QUARANTINE:
TO BE OBSERVED BY:
- Individuals exposed to people who tested positive for COVID-19
- Individuals with close contact but with no symptoms, and negative swab test
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT:
- They may not be suffering from any symptoms (asymptomatic) but could be carrier of the COVID-19 virus.
HOW LONG AND WHERE:
- Fourteen (14) days from the last day of exposure.
- Quarantine at home or at the quarantine facility of your barangay.
ISOLATION:
TO BE OBSERVED BY:
- Individuals who are confirmed cases or those with positive swab test
- Individuals suffering from COVID-19 symptoms
- Individuals with close contact and experiencing symptoms of COVID-19
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT:
- To avoid spreading the virus and infecting others.
HOW LONG AND WHERE:
- With symptoms – Ten (10) days from the onset of symptoms
- Without symptoms – Ten (10) days from the swab date
