A. What is Social Distancing
Social distancing, also called “physical distancing,” means keeping
space between yourself and other people. To practice social or physical
distancing:
- Stay at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people
- Do not gather in groups
- Stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings
In addition to everyday steps to prevent COVID-19, keeping space
between you and others is one of the best tools we have to avoid being
exposed to this virus and slowing its spread locally and across the
country and world.
Since people can spread the virus before they know they are sick, it is
important to stay away from others when possible, even if you have no
symptoms. Social distancing is especially important for people who are
at higher risk of getting very sick.
B. What is home quarantine?
Isolation and quarantine are public health practices used to protect the
public by preventing exposure to people who have or may have a
contagious disease.
Quarantine separates and restricts the movement of people who were
exposed to a contagious disease to see if they become sick. These people
may have been exposed to a disease and do not know it, or they may
have the disease but do not show symptoms.
Home Quarantine is intended for anyone who believes they have been
exposed to COVID-19 and are required to be home quarantined to
prevent community transmission.
C. When & How to Discontinue Home Quarantine
Migrant Workers / Students who have returned home can stop home
quarantine after 14 days of and do not have any symptoms.
Remember:
- Even if you don't develop any coronavirus symptoms during the
two-week quarantine period, you're not totally off the hook when
it ends.
- It is just as important to continue washing your hands frequently,
cover your mouth when you cough, avoid touching your face and
wipe down doorknobs and other surfaces frequently touched by
many people — to help keep yourself and others healthy.
- Report any symptoms to the Helpline immediately and seek
medical attention.
Links for more information on the topics:
- WHO Guideline for Home Quarantine:
- Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, US: