COVID-19

Isolation Information

If you test positive for COVID-19, you must follow New York State Department of Health Guidance for Isolation of a At-Home and Lab Confirmed COVID-19 Case.

• NYS Approach to Isolation
• NYSDOH Quick Reference Guide for Isolation
• Return-to-Work Protocols for Personnel with SARS-CoV-2 Infection or Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 in Healthcare Settings

This form may be used for Release from Isolation and for NY Paid Family Leave COVID-19 claims as if it was an individual Order for Isolation issued by the Cattaraugus County Department of Health.

Isolation & Return to Work/School Orders Request

For extensions on isolation orders, please call our support at 716-373-8050

Exposure Information

• Immediately wear a mask as soon as you find out you were exposed
• Continue for 10 days, day 0 is the day of your last exposure to someone with COVID-19
• Day 1 is the first full day after your last exposure
  • Watch for symptoms
    • fever (100.4°F or greater)
    • cough
    • shortness of breath
    • other COVID-19 symptoms
  • If you develop symptoms
    • isolate immediately
    • get tested
    • stay home until you know the result
• Get tested at least 5 full days after your last exposure
  • Test even if you don’t develop symptoms.

Additional Exposure Guidance:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/if-you-were-exposed.html