Posted on 08/24/2020 8:28:58 PM PDT by CheshireTheCat
The CDC has changed its recommendations as to testing asymptomatic people for COVID-19. The following is the new guidance from the CDC:
If you have been in close contact (within 6 feet) of a person with a COVID-19 infection for at least 15 minutes but do not have symptoms: You do not necessarily need a test unless you are a vulnerable individual or your health care provider or State or local public health officials recommend you take one. A negative test does not mean you will not develop an infection from the close contact or contract an infection at a later time. You should monitor yourself for symptoms. If you develop symptoms, you should evaluate yourself under the considerations set forth above. You should strictly adhere to CDC mitigation protocols, especially if you are interacting with a vulnerable individual. You should adhere to CDC guidelines to protect vulnerable individuals with whom you live. If you do not have COVID-19 symptoms and have not been in close contact with someone known to have a COVID-19 infection: You do not need a test....
(Excerpt) Read more at outkick.com ...
If your asymptomatic why would you bother with a test?
Because you’re not sick
I mean DUH
But but but ....muh free test!
And the second Tuesday of each week, collect $200 for passing go. Really, could this be more confusing?
What changed?
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