that anyone exposed to COVID-19 wear a high-quality mask, such as an N-95, for 10 days following the incident when in public or around others indoors. The CDC also advises people to watch for symptoms and to isolate and test immediately if they arise. If someone is symptom-free, they are still advised to get tested at least five days after being exposed.
Along those lines, the state is still recommending that students and teachers stay home if they’re feeling sick, and isolate while awaiting test results. “We know there’s no replacement for in-classroom learning, and we’re going to make sure that this year is a very different year,” Hochul said in a statement on the new guidance.
The new state guidance also clarifies that those who have COVID-19 can end isolation after five days but should wear a mask through day 10. It adds that schools can opt to use the CDC’s ‘’ to potentially shorten the length of time for mask use after isolation by using rapid antigen tests. “If you have access to antigen tests, you should consider using them. With two sequential negative tests 48 hours apart, you may remove your mask sooner than day 10,” the CDC states. Remember that a rapid antigen test
This is genuinely insane
LOL what a scam and fraud this C event is
Laurie_Garrett We are living in the stupidest timeline. Schools will close and there will not be enough staff once the flu/covid/rsv curves converge in the winter. What are they thinking?
Ridiculous and dangerous!
Laurie_Garrett We are in for a very very long school year that could create a lifetime of health issues!!