YOU ARE A PARTIALLY PROTECTED HEALTH-CARE WORKER AND HAVE HAD A MEDIUM OR HIGH-RISK CONTACT
The instructions below apply from the date of the last contact with the sick person indicated in the letter, email or text message you received.
Instructions
Should I self-isolate? YES
- Self-isolate at home for 10 days.
- If you live with someone who has COVID-19 and you can't isolate yourself from them:
- You must self-isolate for 14 days after his (her) first symptoms (or the COVID-19 test if no symptoms)
- You may to go to work despite your isolation, but you must comply with the isolation measures as soon as you finish your shift.
- You must not:
- Go to work or school.
- Visit family or friends.
- Engage in activities outside the home.
- Spend time in public places.
- Contact your employer for instructions.
Should I get tested? YES
- Get tested today, even if you have no symptoms.
- Get a second test two days before the end of your isolation.
- Continue to isolate yourself outside of your work shifts until your isolation period is over, even if your test results are negative.
- To make an appointment at a testing centre, call 1-855-244-1548 or visit clicsante.ca.
How long should I watch for new symptoms?
- Monitor your symptoms for 14 days after your last contact with the sick person.
- If you have any symptoms during this period:
- Complete the self-assessment tool and follow the recommendations.
- If you need to be tested because you have symptoms, the people who live with you should isolate themselves while waiting for your test result.
- For instructions for household members click here. Note that each member of the household must complete the questionnaire.
- Contact your employer for instructions.
If you have any questions:
- Contact Info-Santé at 811 or the COVID information line (1-877-645-4545).
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