COVID PCR tests in Yukon being limited, while self-isolation rules are eased
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WHITEHORSE — The Yukon authorities says an individual’s vaccination standing not impacts their self-isolation interval if they’re contaminated with COVID-19.
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The territory launched new tips for isolation and PCR testing on Thursday.
An announcement from medical officer of well being Dr. Paul Hasselback says due to excessive neighborhood transmission in Yukon, the isolation of contacts doesn’t considerably cut back the unfold of COVID-19.
The territory is now recommending those that have examined optimistic self-isolate for seven days in the event that they don’t have any added well being issues or 10 days if they’re immune compromised, whether or not they have been vaccinated or not.
Lab-based PCR assessments will proceed for Yukon residents who’re vulnerable to getting very sick from COVID-19 or those that work in high-risk settings, equivalent to health-care staff.
The assertion says the Omicron wave of COVID-19 has led to decrease hospitalization charges and fewer extreme well being outcomes.
