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Send an email with your contact information to the System Offices Infectious Disease Response Team (IDRT). Do not return to a system facility for at least 5 days (day 0 through day… Read more: What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19 and have symptoms?
Send an email with your contact information to the System Offices Infectious Disease Response Team (IDRT). Do not return to a system facility for at least 5 days (day 0 through day… Read more: What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19 and do not have symptoms?
Irrespective of vaccination status or previous infection, persons who were exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19 or have been told by a healthcare provider or public health authority that you… Read more: What should I do if I have been exposed to someone with COVID-19?
CDC now recommends case investigation and contact tracing only in health care settings and certain high-risk congregate settings. Persons who have had recent confirmed or suspected exposure to an infected person… Read more: How do I know if I have been exposed to someone who has COVID-19?
If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 and have recently (<90 days) recovered from a COVID-19 infection, the following guidelines should be observed: Masking Wear a well-fitting mask around… Read more: What should I do if I have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 and I have tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 90 days?
Caregivers should stay home and monitor their health for COVID-19 symptoms while caring for the person who is sick. Symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath but other symptoms may be… Read more: What should I do if I am caring for someone who is sick at home?
If you have COVID-19 symptoms, you might have COVID-19, and you should isolate immediately. Even if you do not know if you had close contact with someone with COVID-19, if your symptoms are consistent… Read more: I have symptoms of COVID-19, and have not yet tested or am awaiting test results. What should I do?
After you have ended isolation, when you are feeling better (no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and all symptoms improving): Wear your mask through day 10. OR After receipt… Read more: I have ended my 5 day isolation, and I am feeling better (no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and all symptoms improving). When can I remove my mask?
If you tested positive for COVID-19 with a viral test within the previous 90 days and subsequently recovered and remain without COVID-19 symptoms, you do not need to quarantine or get tested… Read more: What should I do if I have had close contact with someone with COVID-19 and had confirmed COVID-19 within the last 90 days (you tested positive using a viral test)?
You may choose to work at a system facility provided that you wear a well-fitting mask for 10 days from the date of your last close contact with someone with COVID-19… Read more: What should I do if I have received all recommended vaccine doses, including boosters and additional primary shots for some immunocompromised people, or completed your second mRNA dose within the last six months (or a dose of the J&J vaccine within the last two months): ?
Send an email with your contact information to IDRT@tamus.edu. Complete the TAMUS COVID-19 Self-Reporting Portal as a “Person who has been exposed to someone who received a positive test result for COVID-19.” Do… Read more: What should I do if I have had close contact with someone with COVID-19 but I am not vaccinated or have not completed a primary vaccine series?
Send an email with your contact information to IDRT@tamus.edu. Complete the TAMUS COVID-19 Self-Reporting Portal as a “Person who has been exposed to someone who received a positive test result for… Read more: I have had close contact with someone with COVID-19 and have completed the primary series of recommended vaccine, but have not received a recommended booster shot when eligible; what should I do?
Face coverings are no longer required on Texas A&M University System Offices facilities, indoor and outdoor, including System Offices vehicles pursuant to Executive Order No. GA-p36 issued May 18, 2021 by… Read more: Do I have to wear a mask in a System Offices facility?
- Wash hands before using any equipment AND again before you leave the gym.
- Practice physical distancing of at least 6 feet from others while exercising.
- Clean exercise equipment with supplied disinfectant before AND after use.
External visitors in System Offices facilities remains limited until further notice. Please do not bring your pets or family to your building. Please do not bring vendors into your building. Meet… Read more: Are visitors allowed in the System Offices buildings?
- Employees are encouraged to contact Human Resources to discuss their particular situation regarding the leave needed.
If your potential exposure was due to a close contact* within the System Offices, you will be notified by a member of the TAMUS Infectious Disease and Response Team (IDRT) with… Read more: How do I know if I have been in close contact with someone who has been lab confirmed to have COVID-19?
If you have an emergency warning sign (including trouble breathing), get emergency medical care immediately. If you have a fever, cough or other symptoms, you might have COVID-19. Most people have… Read more: I am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. What should I do?
Consider your workspace. Find a dedicated and comfortable spot to work, preferably one where you can shut the door to avoid distractions. Structure your day like you would in the office.… Read more: I’ve never worked remotely, what are the most important things to know?
Work with your supervisor to determine whether or not it’s ok to take your desktop computer home. You are welcome to use a personal computer to work remotely as long as… Read more: Can I take my desktop computer home?
First, check with your internet service provider. They may ask you to reboot your router or take other action around your house. (Remember that depending on the number of people in… Read more: What if I don’t have a stable internet connection at home?
Stay logged into Slack and use the status to indicate when you’re unavailable (and remember to update it when you return). Keep your Outlook calendar updated with meetings and appointments. Check … Read more: How will people know if I’m available and connected if I work remotely?