The British government has shortened the mandatory Covid-19 self-isolation period in England from 10 days to seven days.
Health Minister Sajid Javid announced Wednesday that in order to minimize disruption and "following expert clinical advice," those who receive a negative lateral flow result on days six and seven of their quarantine period will be allowed to leave isolation.
The U.K. is currently battling a surge in cases of the highly transmissible omicron variant, with fears mounting that health services could be overwhelmed, and economic activity dented. Britain's Health Secretary Sajid Javid speaks during a press conference at Downing Street on October 20, 2021 in London, England.LONDON — The British government has shortened the mandatory Covid-19 self-isolation period in England from 10 days to seven days for those who get negative lateral flow tests on two consecutive days.
Health Minister Sajid Javid announced Wednesday that in order to minimize disruption and "following expert clinical advice," those who receive a negative lateral flow result on days six and seven of their quarantine period will be allowed to leave isolation.
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