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Considerations for quarantine of individuals (COVID-19 context)

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Key considerations for repatriation and quarantine of travelers in relation to the outbreak of novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV. The purpose of this document is to offer guidance to the Member States on implementing quarantine measures for individuals in the context of the current COVID-19 outbreak. It is intended for those who are responsible for establishing local or national policy for the quarantine of individuals and for ensuring adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) measures.

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