Definition of close contact - Close contacts and contact tracing

They often spend significant amounts of time on the phone or via email, text, or videoconference with the sick person to figure out exactly who needs to be notified.

What if you spent longer than you expected in the coffee shop, waiting to pick up your pre-order? The associated risk of infection depends on the level of exposure which will, in turn, determine the type of management and monitoring.

If you rode a bus for a few moments with someone who later tested positive, does that count? We are looking forward to a vibrant and exciting term.

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