I have been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, What should I be aware of?

After the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced 207 new confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Taiwan on May 16. Many people are concerned about the possibility of getting the COVID-19 disease. Therefore, CECC has announced a guidance for those who has been exposed to COVID-19 test. 

• I have been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, What should I be aware of?

1. What if you had close contact with a confirmed case three days before the onset of symptoms and before isolation? (Such as eating together, living together, or having face-to-face contact for more than 15 minutes) please stay at home and self-isolate and wait for the notification from the health unit. Please do not leave your home unless you need immediate medical attention.
2. Please use a separate room for one person at home, try to use different bathroom equipment from your family and do not leave the room.
3. Please avoid contact with other people living at home, especially the elderly, young children or family members with weak immune system.
4. Please wear a mask and pay attention to hand hygiene (wash your hands with soap and water or use alcohol).
5. Observe whether you have symptoms related to COVID-19 such as fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat, fatigue, muscle pains, headache, diarrhea, loss of smell or taste, shortness of breath, etc.
6. Be sure to observe the changes in your symptoms. If you are experiencing the following symptoms: wheezing, breathing difficulties, persistent chest pain, chest tightness, unconsciousness, blue skin , lips or nail bed, please contact 119, the Health Bureau or dial 1922 immediately.
7. Please follow the instructions to seek medical attention and do not take public transportation °
8. Ask your family members to prepare food and water for you and do not share meals or items with them 0
9. Please use disinfectants or alcohol to clean the frequently touched surfaces and objects.
10. If you are not a close contact, you only need to conduct self-monitoring for 14 days. If you have any suspected symptoms, please wear a mask and go to a doctor for evaluation and inform the possible exposure.