What should I do if I was exposed to COVID-19? What is a close contact?

You can still develop COVID-19 up to 10 days after you were exposed, so it's important to continue taking precautions.

• Watch for COVID-19 symptoms like fever, coughing, or shortness of breath.
• Get tested on day 6 after your exposure even if you do not have symptoms.
• If you test negative for COVID-19, continue to wear a mask around others at all times through day 10.
• Delay travel if possible
• Do not go places where you can't wear a mask like a restaurant
• On day 11, you can remove your mask.

At any point, if you develop symptoms:

• Isolate immediately
• Get tested
• Stay home until you know the result

Testing is widely available and open to everyone in New Jersey. Visit covid19.nj.gov/testing to find a testing location near you.

Note: If you work in a healthcare setting or live in a high-risk congregate setting, you may be subject to different safety recommendations and timeframes.