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While fully vaccinated people can still become infected and potentially transmit the virus to others (particularly in areas of widespread community transmission), they do so at a much lower rate than unvaccinated people. [98] The primary cause of continued spread of COVID-19 is transmission between unvaccinated people. [98]
If you have no COVID symptoms but a known exposure, you might still have COVID. Take precautions, test again 48 hours later, and if the second test is negative, take a third test 48 hours later.
People without symptoms can still spread the virus to others, who may experience symptoms. Research suggests that about 25% of people infected with COVID may be asymptomatic.
"The PCR test detects the virus's genetic material and can stay positive for up to 90 days, even if you’re no longer contagious," explains Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, a quadruple board-certified ...
Contact close out: This stage is dependent on the duration of quarantine for people with and without symptoms. [7] The ideal number of days for quarantine and isolation are determined by the health agencies. [7] Once the contact adequately completes the quarantine/isolation for the defined number of days, they can be closed out. [7]
Low-cost or no-cost tests may also be available to people who are uninsured. To find a COVID-19 testing site near you, contact a HRSA-funded health center or ICATT location to schedule with ...
[37] [38] Additional reasons for COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy include fears about long-term health risks of vaccination, [12] belief in the strength of the body's "natural immune system" to fight infections without any vaccine, [38] mistrust in government, [39] and mistrust in mainstream medicine and institutions. [40]
If you have COVID symptoms, test immediately. If you test negative using an at-home test, repeat the test again in 48 hours. If you were exposed to COVID, test at least 5 full days after exposure.