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What is the difference between isolation and quarantine?

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It may not be completely clear to many people,

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but there is an important difference between...

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...isolation and quarantine.

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This animated video explains the difference.

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You always go into isolation if you test positive,

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which means that it has been confirmed...

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...that you have COVID-19.

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This will prevent you from infecting others.

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You go into quarantine...

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if you have been in contact...

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...with someone who has COVID-19,

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...and therefore might be infected yourself,

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...but are not sure yet.

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This is a precaution to ensure...

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...that you do not continue to spread the virus,

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...if you do turn out to be infected.

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However, there are several exceptions.

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Your situation determines...

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...whether you have to go into quarantine,

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...and for how long.

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Isolation and quarantine are also subject to different rules.