In a recent announcement, the Korean government has revealed its plan to lower the COVID-19 crisis alert level from "serious" to "warning," starting from June 1, 2023. This decision comes after careful consideration of the current situation, which indicates a high level of immunity among the population and ample capacity for medical response. With the implementation of stable management measures, the government believes that a lower crisis alert level is now appropriate.
Here's a breakdown of the changes you need
to know:
- Quarantine Measures: For confirmed COVID-19 patients, the mandatory
7-day quarantine period will be shortened to just 5 days of self-quarantine.
You'll also be relieved to hear that the PCR test on the third day after entry
to Korea won't be required anymore, and temporary screening centers will be
discontinued.
- Mask-Wearing Guidelines: Wearing masks indoors in clinics and
pharmacies will no longer be mandatory, except in hospitals and other places
where patients gather.
- Pre-emptive Testing and Face-to-Face Meetings: The Korean government is easing up on the weekly preemptive testing for workers at infection-vulnerable facilities. Instead, tests will be conducted when necessary, particularly if someone experiences symptoms like fever.
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