The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announced on Wednesday that it is implementing revised federal guidance surrounding isolation and quarantine for COVID-19, effective on Thursday, January 6, 2022.
For anyone who tests positive for COVID regardless of vaccination status (Isolation):
Stay home for 5 days.
You DO NOT need to get an additional PCR test if you have had a positive at-home rapid test.
If you have no symptoms after 5 DAYS, you can leave your house but wear a mask for 5 more days.
If you have a fever, continue to stay home until your fever is gone for 24 hours.
To prevent the spread of COVID, tell anyone you have recently had close contact with and encourage them to get tested, monitor for symptoms, and reduce exposure to other people.
For anyone who has been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 (Quarantine):
These guidelines differ depending on your vaccination status
If you are up to date on all COVID-19 vaccines that you are eligible for:
Wear a mask around others for 10 days.
Test on Day 5 if possible.
If you develop symptoms at any time, get tested if possible and stay at home until you get your results.
If you can’t get a test, but still have symptoms, assume you are positive and follow guidelines for a COVID-positive test.
If you are unvaccinated, not fully vaccinated or without a booster (not up to date on all vaccinations you are eligible for):
Stay at home for 5 days.
Then wear a mask around others for 5 MORE DAYS.
Test on Day 5, if possible.
If you develop symptoms at any time, get tested if possible and stay at home until you get your results.
If you can’t get a test, but still have symptoms, assume you are positive and stay home and follow guidelines for a COVID-positive test.