After a corona infection: How to behave properly
Created: 01/10/2022, 1:47 PM
From: Franziska Schwarz
Some rules apply to the corona quarantine (symbol image).
© Xavier Lorenzo / Westend61 / Imago
Anyone infected with the virus must isolate themselves.
After all, the environment should not be endangered.
But especially those not living alone should consider a few things.
Munich - If the diagnosis is there, that means for many of those affected: Now everyday life is inevitably slowed down.
Because those who have tested positive for Corona are subject to quarantine in their own home.
After all, better than having to go to the clinic with a severe Covid course.
But still a challenge, especially if there are other people living in the household.
Experts from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the Federal Center for Health Education and the Ministry of Health give tips on how self-isolation can serve its purpose as well as possible.
The AHA rules (distance, hygiene, everyday mask) continue to apply anyway.
The most important specifications at a glance.
Corona quarantine: rules for contacts
Contact with people outside your own household (friends, acquaintances, neighbors) should be avoided.
Ask delivery services or parcel carriers to drop off the items in front of the entrance.
In the case of unavoidable contact (for example with household members who help you) wear a protective mask and keep as far away as possible.
After corona infection: tips for the apartment
Ventilate regularly!
Do not enter shared rooms (bathroom, kitchen) more often than necessary.
Avoid being in the same room with others at the same time as possible.
Corona infection: advice for cleaning up
Dispose of your own used handkerchiefs and the like in a separate garbage bag.
Do not share towels with other people living in the household.
Clean frequently touched surfaces daily with a cleaning agent and / or disinfectant.
Collect your own dirty laundry separately and wash it at at least 60 degrees.
Self-isolation because of Corona: Mental health
Above all, when you isolate yourself, you shouldn't neglect your own psyche.
Corona already triggers fears in many, and being (temporarily) cut off from social life is an additional burden.
Experts advise trying the following while quarantined:
Keeping in touch with family and friends, for example by phone or social media.
Stay physically active with exercises at home (there are many tutorials on the internet).
Remaining mentally flexible, for example by reading, writing or puzzles.
Don't be afraid to ask for help shopping or walking a pet.
In case of depression: inform the people around you in good time. The telephone counseling service
(0800-111 0 111 or 0800-111 0 222 or 116 123)
can also offer help.
Information sheets on rules of conduct and tips can be found under these links: RKI, Federal Center for Health Education, Ministry of Health.