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Dubai: I tested positive for COVID-19 but am asymptomatic. What should I do?

Dubai Health Authority provides step-by-step guide on home isolation

Published: February 08, 2021 11:08 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Have you tested positive for COVID-19 but are not showing any symptoms? The Dubai Health Authority issued guidelines that one should follow in such situations. — If you want to test for COVID-19, read our detailed guide here: gulfnews.com/1.1611846087993 Image Credit: Pexels

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Step 1: Isolate yourself immediately in a separate room If you cannot meet the conditions of home isolation, you can contact the DHA on 800 342 to transfer to an institutional facility. — The DHA had, however, stated earlier that costs for the stay would need to be borne by the individual. Image Credit: Pexels

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Step 2: Install the COVID-19 app Install the COVID-19 DXB smart app. — The app is available for Apple and Android phones. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Step 3: If you begin to develop any symptoms call 800 342 to book a virtual consultation through the ‘Doctor for every citizen’ service or an appointment at a COVID-19 assessment centre. — The DHA had announced earlier that the Al Khawaneej and Al Badaa health centres will be set aside exclusively for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Step 4: If you don’t have symptoms you still need to complete the 10-day isolation period. — Read more about why the isolation period has been reduced to 10 days here: gulfnews.com/1.1610549999112 Image Credit: Pexels

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Step 5: End of isolation. You can end your isolation after completing 10 days from the date of taking the PCR test given that you have no symptoms without taking fever-reducing medication for at least three consecutive days. — The DHA has also answered frequently asked questions on the COVID-19 vaccine, which you can read here: gulfnews.com/1.1609078116419 Image Credit: Pexels

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