Recently, the CDC updated their isolation recommendations for people who tested positive for COVID-19, as well as their quarantine recommendations for individuals who have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19. Green County Public Health began utilizing these new recommendations.

Individuals who test positive for COVID-19 should isolate at home for at least 5 days, whereas symptom onset date is day 0, and wear a mask when around others for an additional 5 days, for a total of 10 days.

If you have symptoms - stay home and avoid others until you have been at least 24 hours wit...