Self Quarantine & Self-Isolation

Self-Isolation

• Self-isolation includes separating yourself from the public as well as other people within your home
• Specify a "sick room" and bathroom if possible in which only the sick person will use
• Stay away from other people in your home
• Avoid sharing personal household items
• Do not share dishes, drinking glasses, cups, utensils, towels, or bedding with others
• Wash all of these items thoroughly with soap and water or put them in the dishwasher / washing machine
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • This is especially important after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food
• Clean all "high touch" surfaces in your isolation area every day
• High-touch surfaces include phones, remote controls, counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables
• Let a caregiver clean and disinfect other areas of the home
• Do not leave your home unless for necessary medical care related to your COVID-19 symptoms
  • If you must leave your home, wear a cloth face covering
• Restrict contact with pets and other animals while you are sick with COVID-19, just like you would around other people

Self-Quarantine

• Self-quarantine involves separating yourself from the public and remaining within your home
• Do not leave your home unless for necessary medical care
  • If you must leave your home, wear a cloth face covering
• You may continue to be with others within your household but continue to practice good hygiene and cleaning practices
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • This is especially important after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food