As of June 1, 2023:
Recommendations for if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or are having COVID-like symptoms:
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- Stay home for at least 5 days after start of symptoms, or after date of first positive test.
- Isolation can end after day 5 if:
- Symptoms are not present, or are mild and improving; AND
- You have no fever for 24 hours.
- If symptoms, other than fever, are not improving, continue to isolate until symptoms improve, or after day 10.
- Wear a well-fitting mask around others for 10 days.
- No reporting to the GWC Student Health Center is needed.
- Students are responsible for informing their professor(s) of any absence, and notifying anyone of possible exposure.
- Staff and faculty may contact HR. Incident Reports (IRs) are not required.
Recommendations for if you have been exposed to COVID but do not have symptoms:
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- Test on Day 5 after last exposure.
- Wear a well-fitting mask around others for 10 days.
Other Recommendations:
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- For guidance on isolation and quarantine from California Department of Public Health (CDPH), please click here.
- For the OC Health Officer’s Orders and Recommendations via the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA), please click here.
Testing:
Enrolled students who have paid their health fee may contact the Student Health Center (SHC) for a Rapid Antigen Test performed by a medical professional. Call 714-895-8379 to make an appointment. Free home COVID testing kits are also available at the Student Health Center to distribute to students, staff or faculty on a drop-in basis.
This is general information provided as a resource for symptomatic people looking for testing. We are not affiliated with any of the following resources.
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Vaccinations:
For COVID-19 vaccination appointments and resources, visit:
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Treatment:
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Additional Resources:
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- Nurse Advice Lines: Check your health insurance card for a Nurse Advice Line telephone number. You may also call the GWC Student Health Center at 714-895-8379.
- International Students with Aetna Insurance can call the 24-hour Health Line at 1-800-556-1555.
- Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) Covid Hotline: 714-834-2000 Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm.
WHEN TO SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION (9-1-1)
If you develop any of these emergency warning signs for COVID-19, CALL 911:
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- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion or inability to arouse
- Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.
If you call 911 for a medical emergency: Notify the operator that you have, or think you might have COVID-19. If possible, put on a cloth face covering before medical help arrives.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
EMOTIONAL WELLNESS DURING COVID-19