Changes to CDC COVID-19 Isolation Guidelines

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The CDC no longer requires a 5-day isolation period for COVID-19 positive individuals. People can return to school or work once they are feeling better and fever-free for 24 hours. Dr. Marc Siegel supports this change and believes the pandemic is diminishing.

Key Points

  • CDC no longer requires a 5-day isolation period for COVID-19 positive individuals
  • People can return to school or work once they are feeling better and fever-free for 24 hours
  • Dr. Marc Siegel supports the change and believes the pandemic is diminishing

Pros

  • Simplifies isolation guidelines for COVID-19 positive individuals
  • Reflects progress made in protecting against severe illness from COVID-19

Cons

  • Some may argue it is premature to relax isolation guidelines