You might wonder if you are still safe from infection, especially if your COVID-19 vaccination has not been given yet. You may be experiencing similar concerns even if you have been vaccinated.

There is a risk of infection regardless of whether you have been vaccinated. The risk of infection for fully vaccinated who have had a booster dose is lower than those who are not fully vaccinated.

The COVID-19 vaccines prevent severe illness and death. Adding a booster dose increases their effectiveness in reducing the chance of infection. People who have a severe case of COVID-19 are more likely to experience mild or no symptoms after their vaccination.

As you are fully vaccinated, if ever you have encountered a person who tested positive for the virus or may have the symptoms of COVID-19, you need to undergo Day 2 PCR test. In that way, you can check if you are positive for the virus or not. 

Positive or not, below are the steps you must take to prevent the virus from spreading.

Unvaccinated

  1. If you are unvaccinated and got exposed to COVID-19, you need to isolate yourself and get a test. If the result comes out negative, you still need to remain at home for ten days to watch your symptoms.

  2. However, if you are tested positive, better isolate yourself for ten days after the first day of symptoms. On the other hand, having no signs need ten days of quarantine after receiving the test result. After your home quarantine, it is better to follow strict health protocols, such as physical distancing and masking guidelines.

Fully – Vaccinated

  1. If exposed to the virus despite being fully vaccinated, you need to get a test five to seven days after the exposure. You must have yourself checked even if you do not have symptoms.

  2. Even at home, you must wear a face mask for 14 days following the exposure. Self-quarantine is the right thing to do to monitor yourself from any signs of COVID-19.

These simple things can help prevent the widespread of coronavirus. Self-quarantine after exposure is the best way to make people around you aware of your condition. 

If you are fully vaccinated and have plans to travel, you need to check yourself by having a Day 2 COVID test in the UK. In that way, you can take action to stop infecting other people around you.

Official Rapid Rests is one the most efficient, fastest and most cost-effective travel testing providers. We have been recognized by the UK Government for providing COVID-19 testing to the general population.

For COVID-19 testing, you may register with us today!