the CDC changed their testing guidelines for close contacts of known cases on Monday.
From get tested, to maybe not.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nco...rview.html
What is the motivation behind this change? This was kind of the recommendation early on when our testing was overwhelmed but i haven't heard as much pub about long wait times for results recently.
This does not seem to be a change that will help prevent asymptomatic spread.
From get tested, to maybe not.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nco...rview.html
Quote: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.
What is the motivation behind this change? This was kind of the recommendation early on when our testing was overwhelmed but i haven't heard as much pub about long wait times for results recently.
This does not seem to be a change that will help prevent asymptomatic spread.