What does self-isolation mean?

If you are self isolating these are the dos and dont’s from the NHS website.

DO

 

• try to keep at least 2 metres (3 steps) from other people in your home, particularly people over 70, or those with long-term health conditions

• ask friends, family and delivery services to deliver things like food shopping and medicines but leave them outside

• sleep alone, if possible

• regularly wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds

• drink plenty of water and take everyday painkillers, such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, to help with your symptoms

 

DON’T

 

• do not have visitors (ask people to leave deliveries outside)

• do not leave your home, for example to go for a walk, to school or to public places.

 

 

Use the NHS 111 online Coronavirus service if

• you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
• your condition gets worse
• your symptoms do not get better after 7 days

 

Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.