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Dec 6, 2021 · You should also self-isolate if you live with someone who has symptoms or has tested positive for the virus, or are identified as a close contact by NHS Test and Trace, the NHS COVID-19 app or UCL Connect to Protect team, unless the following applies: When you don’t need to self-isolate
Nov 27, 2021 · All contacts of suspected Omicron cases must self-isolate, regardless of their vaccination status. They will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace. Face coverings will be made compulsory in shops...
Nov 30, 2021 · All contacts of suspected Omicron cases must self-isolate, regardless of their age or vaccination status. Targeted measures to prevent the spread of the new COVID-19 Omicron variant take effect...
Dec 1, 2021 · Close contacts of suspected Omicron cases must now self isolate if they are contacted by NHS Test and Trace, regardless of vaccination status.
Dec 20, 2021 · The guidelines for managing and tracing close contacts have been revised due to the flare-up of the epidemic and the highly contagious Omicron variant. From now on, close contacts are defined as those people who have been exposed to infection at home, and they must self-isolate and get tested.
Jan 11, 2022 · Although the impact of omicron has largely been mitigated by vaccination, prior SARS-CoV-2 infection, and better treatments, general medical wards still face high numbers of patients, with many parts of the UK still bracing themselves for the peak, say clinicians.
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Feb 9, 2023 · Paxlovid is an effective antiviral drug that reduces the risk of hospitalization and death against COVID-19, including cases caused by the Omicron variant. If you get COVID-19 and are at higher risk for severe disease, talk to your doctor about whether the treatment is appropriate for you.
