What is self-isolation?

Self-isolation is defined by global governments to include:

• Not going to school
• Not attending public areas, including places of worship, concerts, sports facilities
• Not going to work
• Not using public transportation
• Not having visitors to your home and so on

Who should self-isolate?

There may be times that the Canadian Government ask people who are at risk to self-isolate. This may include:

• People who have recently travelled abroad
• Those who feel unwell and have some symptoms of Coronavirus
• Those who have been in close contact with someone who has been confirmed to have Coronavirus etc.

How long should you self-isolate?

The virus can incubate from 2-14 days. The amount of time you should self isolate depends on if you tested positive for COVID-19, have symptoms of COVID-19, or who are a close contact of someone with COVID-19. Visit your provincial health ministry for the recommended guidelines where you live.

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