Quarantine Guideline(s)

WVDHHR Updated Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines for COVID-19


Individual Tested Positive for CoVID-19 (Isolate)


Everyone, regardless of vaccination status

  • Self-isolate for 5 days

  • Release from isolation after day 5 if asymptomatic or symptoms are improving

  • Recommend wearing a well-fitted mask around others through day 10



Individual was Exposed to COVID-19 (Quarantine)


Fully vaccinated individuals with Pfizer or Moderna who completed their primary series within the last 6 months

OR

Fully vaccinated individuals with J&J/Janssen who completed their primary series within the last 2 months and who have not received their boost

OR

Fully vaccinated individuals who have received their booster


Should:

  • No quarantine is required unless symptoms develop

  • Recommend testing 5 days after last exposure

  • Recommend wearing a well fitted mask around others for 10 days

  • Recommend testing and staying home if symptoms develop

Fully vaccinated individuals with Pfizer or Moderna who completed their primary series over 6 months ago and who have not received their booster

OR

Fully vaccinated individuals with J&J/Janssen who completed their primary series over 2 months ago and who have not received their booster

OR

Unvaccinated individuals

Should:

  • Quarantine for 5 days from last exposure

  • Recommend testing 5 days after exposure

  • Recommend wearing a well-fitted mask around other for 10 days

  • Recommend testing and staying home if symptoms develop


Mask Type(s)