UAE: What should you do if you were in close contact with a COVID-19 positive person?
Dubai Health Authority clarified the steps that people need to follow for quarantine
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Were you in close contact with a COVID-19 patient? Follow these steps.
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The guidelines were published by DHA on their social media channels.
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Who is considered to have been in ‘close contact’?
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The 14-days start from the day you last had contact with the person.
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It is important to not panic and follow the guidelines issued by the health authorities.
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An RT-PCR test should only be taken if you are exhibiting symptoms, according to DHA.
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Depending on your test results, you may need to either continue quarantine, or go into self-isolation.
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UAE's authorities have urged residents to strictly follow this procedure to avoid spreading the virus.
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Even if you have tested negative, it is important to complete the 14-day quarantine.
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Completing the 14-day quarantine will reduce the risk of you spreading the virus, in case you are asymptomatic.
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