February 16, 2024
The COVID-19 guidance for isolation and community transition could soon get a big update.
This week, the Washington Post reported the CDC plans to drop the blanket five-day isolation period for COVID-19 infections and move to recommendations more aligned with influenza and respiratory syncytial virus infections. This approach would end isolation when symptoms are mild and improving and the person is fever-free for at least 24 hours, without the aid of medication.
The new isolation recommendations would not apply to hospitals and other health care settings with more vulnerable populations, CDC officials speaking on the condition of anonymity told news outlets. To date, the CDC has not confirmed the reporting that such plans are in the works.
Here’s what you should know:
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