Since the end of last March, quarantines for COVID-19 infections are not recommended, nor are diagnostic tests in some cases. Instead, it has opted for a coronavirus “flu”. However, what should be the behavior to follow if you test positive for covid now that they have withdrawn the mandatory nature of it?wear mask indoors?
If symptoms are mild
By mild symptoms we mean: having a headache, sore throat and tos. In addition, fever can also be mild symptoms of coronavirus, if it does not reach 38º and runny nosewhich is the feeling of having a stuffy nose.
In such cases, the authorities, like the General Nursing Councilrecommend doing normal life but with certain nuances until ten days have passed since symptoms began. To begin with, complying with correct and continuous hand hygiene and using the mask constantly will be essential.
In addition, the authorities recommend having a good space ventilation in which the infected person is and avoid, as far as possible, crowds of people. Likewise, it is also advisable to reduce social contacts, especially if they are with vulnerable people or people over 60 years of age.
Can you go to work infected?
In theory, and according to what the health authorities indicate, yes, unless the worker has a medical sick leave. Being infected with COVID-19, the measure that the Ministry of Health recommends the most would be telework.
However, if the job does not allow remote work, the worker must go to his position working normally. If their symptoms are mild, the employee must pay special attention to the protection measures described above, especially the use of a mask, maintaining social distance and constantly ventilating the space where they carry out their activity.
If symptoms are severe or worsening
Severe symptoms are considered difficulty breathing, chest pain or high fever, above 38º. When a person is infected, the symptoms may worsen throughout the illness or simply be very strong from the beginning of the infection.
In that case, it is best to call the health center to report the status and either make an appointment with the doctor and go, or request a consultation by phone. It is important to remember that both in health centers and in pharmacies and transport mask is still mandatory.
On the other hand, the health authorities recommend that vulnerable groupssuch as those over 60 years of age or patients with other pathologies, that they protect themselves and monitor their symptoms in a special way.
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