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Being required to stay home from work or school can be bothersome, yet if you’re grappling with a contagious ailment or your well-being is jeopardized, it may be the wisest choice. If you or your child exhibit specific symptoms, remaining at home can aid in recovery and lower the risk of spreading illness to others. Evaluate your symptoms and consult with your physician to determine whether staying home from work or school is advisable. During the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it's generally recommended to stay home if you experience any signs of illness, even if they're not severe.
Procedures
Identifying Symptoms of Contagious Illnesses
Remain at home if you have a fever exceeding 100 °F (38 °C). Fever is your body's natural response to an infection or illness. While fever can stem from various causes, a high fever typically indicates contagiousness, necessitating staying home from work or school to prevent transmitting the illness to others.
- Stay home until your body temperature returns to the normal range, usually around 98 °F (37 °C), and remains stable for 24 hours.
- Consuming fever-reducing medications does not diminish contagion.
- A high fever is often accompanied by episodes of sweating and chills.
Avoid Going Out with Uncontrollable Coughing
Stay Apart from Others if You're Vomiting Regularly
Take a Sick Day for Morning Diarrhea
Common Childhood Illnesses
Wait for Your Doctor's Clearance for Your Child's Return to School
Keep Your Child Home if They Have Pink Eye
Keep Your Child Home for 1 Day After Treating Impetigo
Keep Your Child Home if They Have Strep Throat
Preventing and Managing Illness
Take Steps to Prevent Spreading a Cold to Others
Maintain Distance from Others When You're Ill
Practice Proper Coughing and Sneezing Etiquette
Practice Regular and Thorough Handwashing
Seeking Medical Advice
Seek Medical Attention for Signs of a Serious Infection or Complications
Notify Your Doctor and Stay Home for a Peculiar Rash
Consult a Doctor for Ear Pain or Ear Fluid in Your Child
Immediately Consult a Doctor if Your Child Exhibits Symptoms of Hepatitis A
Useful Advice
Important Reminders
- If your child is unwell, seek advice from your pediatrician.
- Adhere to your doctor's instructions when using medications.
- Before administering any medications or home remedies, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or caring for a child.
- Prior to taking additional medications, including over-the-counter ones or home remedies, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medications as they may interact.
- If you interact with vulnerable groups at work or school, such as children, the elderly, or individuals with weakened immune systems, it's especially crucial to stay home if you're unwell.
