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They are also required to self-monitor their health for the following seven days, according to the Ministry’s latest guidance.

During the self-quarantine period, F1 cases must strictly disease prevention measures. They must take a PCR test twice, on the first and seventh day of the quarantine period.

Previously, F1 cases had to spend 14 days in a dedicated quarantine facility, and 14 more days of self-quarantine at home.