Coronavirus (1456) WHO: Home care for families and caregivers

16 April, 2022

WHO has updated their guidance in relation to the following common questions:

Someone in my household tested positive for COVID-19. Is it safe to care for them at home?

Someone in my household tested positive for COVID-19. They have very mild symptoms, and our doctor says it is safe for me to care for them at home. What should I do to keep myself and others in the household healthy?

My child has tested positive for COVID-19. What should I do?

Our healthcare provider has recommended that I use a pulse oximeter as part of the care I am providing at home to a COVID-19 patient. What is a pulse oximeter and what does it do?

What should I do if the symptoms of the person with COVID-19 infection in my care seem to be getting worse?

How long does the person with COVID-19 infection need to stay in isolation?

Someone in my household has COVID-19. Do other people in the household need to isolate?

If I have been vaccinated against COVID-19, can I safely care for someone with COVID-19 infection without risk?

Neil Pakenham-Walsh, Global Coordinator HIFA, www.hifa.org neil@hifa.org

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