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The mandatory self-isolation period of those suffering from Covid-19 symptoms has been extended from one to 10 days, the UK’s chief medical officials declared. The change was in effect immediately. This is not a good thing.

This has me extremely upset. I’m now depressed.

The best way to stop the spread of the virus is for those who exhibit symptoms such as an elevated fever, a persistent cough, or a loss of taste and smell to be quarantined at home for seven days.

Following a new review of the most recent research the timeframe is extended by three more days in accordance with the new guidelines.

HuffPost UK understands that the evidence does not change, but doctors acted swiftly to decrease the risk and prepare the nation for a potential spike during the winter or fall.

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