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Contagious illness

An illness that can spread from one person to another, especially when symptoms suggest active infection.

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When to stay home vs go in

When to stay home vs go in

Start with two questions: am I contagious, and can I function safely? When you are trying to decide whether to stay home or go in, begin with a very practical screen. First, ask whether you might expose other people to an infection. Second, ask whether your symptoms, or the medication you are taking, could interfere […]