Hi everyone, I know a bunch of people are approaching the end of the isolation period, and I thought it might help to know what it takes to stay within the legal bounds of the Public Health Direction.
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ISO:
After test, must isolate for 168 hours. (If you tested at 1pm Wednesday, then isolate until 1pm next Wednesday). (Direction, para 5).
END OF ISO:
Do you have a fever or acute respiratory symptoms?
- Fever = 37.5 or more (Source: Direction, glossary)
- Acute Respiratory Symptoms = sore throat, runny nose, cough that brings up mucus. (Source: Direction, glossary; QHealth site)
If No: Isolation ends at 168 hour mark.
If Yes: After 168 hours, isolation ends when your symptoms do.
(Source: Direction, para 13)
NB: QHealth website also includes a cough that is getting worse.
NB: Explicitly does not include ongoing symptoms of mild fatigue, mild dry cough, or a loss of taste/smell.
NB: a second COVID test doesn't impact on your time in iso, and you don't need to take a second test. (Source: QHealth).
POST-ISO:
- Have to wear a face mask for 7 days (Source: Direction, para 16), indoors + when can't distance outdoors (QHealth).
- Can't go into vulnerable or high-risk settings.
ALSO, FOR HOUSEHOLD CONTACTS FOR 7 DAYS AFTER TEST:
Must wear a face mask (Direction), indoors, and outdoors + can't distance outdoors (QHealth)
EXCEPTIONS TO FACE MASKING:
- Not required for those under 12, or, those with a physical or mental health illness/condition, or disability that precludes such. (Direction, para 23).
- Other exemptions can apply, including for clergy and when communing. (Direction, para 24)
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Main Source:
https://www.health.qld.gov.au/system-governance/legislation/cho-public-health-directions-under-expanded-public-health-act-powers/management-of-diagnosed-cases-of-covid-19-and-close-contacts-direction
Other Sources:
- https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/stay-informed/i-have-covid/isolation/ending-isolation
- https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/stay-informed/i-have-covid/after-having-covid-19
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I hope this is useful. Any questions please contact me.
Plenty of rest and fluids, everyone, and please let me know if we can help.
- Fr Andrew -
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ISO:
After test, must isolate for 168 hours. (If you tested at 1pm Wednesday, then isolate until 1pm next Wednesday). (Direction, para 5).
END OF ISO:
Do you have a fever or acute respiratory symptoms?
- Fever = 37.5 or more (Source: Direction, glossary)
- Acute Respiratory Symptoms = sore throat, runny nose, cough that brings up mucus. (Source: Direction, glossary; QHealth site)
If No: Isolation ends at 168 hour mark.
If Yes: After 168 hours, isolation ends when your symptoms do.
(Source: Direction, para 13)
NB: QHealth website also includes a cough that is getting worse.
NB: Explicitly does not include ongoing symptoms of mild fatigue, mild dry cough, or a loss of taste/smell.
NB: a second COVID test doesn't impact on your time in iso, and you don't need to take a second test. (Source: QHealth).
POST-ISO:
- Have to wear a face mask for 7 days (Source: Direction, para 16), indoors + when can't distance outdoors (QHealth).
- Can't go into vulnerable or high-risk settings.
ALSO, FOR HOUSEHOLD CONTACTS FOR 7 DAYS AFTER TEST:
Must wear a face mask (Direction), indoors, and outdoors + can't distance outdoors (QHealth)
EXCEPTIONS TO FACE MASKING:
- Not required for those under 12, or, those with a physical or mental health illness/condition, or disability that precludes such. (Direction, para 23).
- Other exemptions can apply, including for clergy and when communing. (Direction, para 24)
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Main Source:
https://www.health.qld.gov.au/system-governance/legislation/cho-public-health-directions-under-expanded-public-health-act-powers/management-of-diagnosed-cases-of-covid-19-and-close-contacts-direction
Other Sources:
- https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/stay-informed/i-have-covid/isolation/ending-isolation
- https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/stay-informed/i-have-covid/after-having-covid-19
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I hope this is useful. Any questions please contact me.
Plenty of rest and fluids, everyone, and please let me know if we can help.
- Fr Andrew -
www.health.qld.gov.au
Management of Diagnosed Cases of COVID-19 and Close Contacts Direction (No. 5) | Queensland Health
This Public Health Direction specifies the mandatory and minimum requirements that apply to individuals who have received a positive COVID-19 diagnosis and their close contacts.
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