Home Health COVID-19 COVID-19 self-isolation: avoid contact with others and pets

COVID-19 self-isolation: avoid contact with others and pets

Do not go to school, work, other public areas or use public transportation

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Self-isolation when home with infection.
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The Public Health Agency of Canada says to limit contact with others during the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.

These are the points as listed on the Health Canada Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): How to isolate at home when you have COVID-19 webpage regarding how to isolate yourself:

  • Do not leave home unless absolutely necessary, such as to seek medical care.
  • Do not go to school, work, other public areas or use public transportation (e.g., buses, taxis).
  • Arrange to have groceries and supplies dropped off at your door to minimize contact.
  • Stay in a separate room and use a separate bathroom from others in your home, if possible.
  • If you have to be in contact with others, keep at least 2 metres between yourself and the other person. Keep interactions brief and wear a mask.
  • Avoid contact with individuals with chronic conditions, compromised immune systems and older adults.
  • Avoid contact with pets if you live with other people that may also be touching the pet.

Here is the full PDF for how to isolate at home when you have COVID-19.