You isolate when you have been infected with the virus, even if you don't have symptoms. COVID-positive patients in isolation must stay home avoid contact with others, and monitor their health. Whether you are vaccinated or not, you must isolate if you test positive for COVID-19.
Should I go on a trip if I was exposed to Covid?
Take additional precautions if you were recently exposed to a person with COVID-19. Don't travel while sick. If you have a weakened immune system or are at increased risk for severe disease talk to a healthcare professional before you decide to travel.
How long should you quarantine if you are a close contact?
In such circumstances, the duration of quarantine should be 5-10 days since last exposure based on COVID-19's incubation period, depending on level of risk tolerance. To calculate a quarantine period, the date of your exposure to the person with COVID-19 during their contagious period is day 0.
Is COVID increasing in Hawaii?
The Hawai'i State Department of Health (DOH) reminds the public to be vigilant due to a steady increase of reported cases of COVID-19 in Hawai'i since June 2023.
How do you tell if it’s just a cold?
Symptoms of a cold tend to be mild. You may have a runny nose, cough, congestion, and sore throat. But you won't usually have the aches and fever that are common with COVID-19 and flu. Often, you'll feel better in a couple of days.
What if I get sick Hawaii?
Can you fly with a cold?
Yes, the vast majority of people can fly with a cold.If you have a lung condition like asthma or COPD, it's important to check with your doctor first to make sure the combination of flying and having a cold won't worsen your condition.
What to do if you feel sick on a plane?
Get fresher air by allowing for the air flow from the vents to hit your face and body. Look outside at the fixed point on the horizon and try to keep your head as still as possible. Focus your attention on something else to get your mind off of feeling motion sickness while flying.
What is the dominant strain of COVID in Hawaii?
The BA. 5 subvariant accounts for an estimated 91% of the COVID-19 cases in Hawai'i.
What is the death rate in Hawaii?
Below are some highlights from 2020: There were 12,027 deaths in 2020 with 11,780 of those deaths among residents (98%). The crude death rate was 837.2 per 100,000 in 2020. This was a significant increase from 797.5 per 100,000 in 2019.
How long does it take to show symptoms after you have been exposed to COVID-19?
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms.