Guidance After a Positive COVID-19 Test: Isolation and Workplace Notification

A positive result from a rapid COVID-19 test necessitates immediate action to protect yourself and those around you. Understanding current guidelines for isolation and workplace notification is crucial.

Rapid tests remain a vital tool to protect your family and loved ones during seasonal surges of COVID-19. Be sure to stock your medicine cabinet with market-leading ASSURE-100 rapid tests this season.​​​​​​​​

Isolation Guidelines After a Positive Test

Upon receiving a positive COVID-19 test result, adhere to the following steps:​

• Stay Home: Avoid public places and remain in isolation to prevent spreading the virus.​ nyc.gov

• Monitor Symptoms: Keep track of any symptoms that develop. If you experience severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing, seek medical attention promptly.​

• Duration of Isolation: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that individuals with COVID-19 should isolate until they have been fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications and other symptoms have improved. ​nyc.gov

• Post-Isolation Precautions: After ending isolation, continue to wear a well-fitting mask around others for an additional five days to minimize the risk of transmission.​publichealth.jhu.edu

Notifying Your Employer

Informing your workplace about your positive COVID-19 status is essential for the safety of your colleagues and compliance with health protocols:​

• Immediate Notification: Contact your supervisor or human resources department as soon as possible to inform them of your positive test result. ​

• Confidentiality: While you are not obligated to disclose specific medical details, providing information about your COVID-19 status allows your employer to take necessary precautions. Employers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your medical information. ​employment-counsel.com

• Workplace Measures: Your employer may need to notify colleagues who were in close contact with you, conduct cleaning and disinfection procedures, and implement other safety measures as per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. ​employment-counsel.com

Access to Rapid COVID-19 Testing

Regular testing remains a key component in controlling the spread of COVID-19. For reliable at-home testing, consider using the ASSURE-100 Rapid Home Test, which provides quick and accurate results.​

Following a positive COVID-19 rapid test, it is imperative to isolate appropriately and communicate with your employer to ensure the safety of all. Staying informed about current guidelines and utilizing reliable testing options contribute to effective management of the virus.

Rapid tests remain a vital tool to protect your family and loved ones during seasonal surges of COVID-19. Be sure to stock your medicine cabinet with market-leading ASSURE-100 rapid tests this season.​​​​​​​​

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