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We were at a small gathering on saturday and have since discovered that 2 of the parents are covid positive. as we are going to a game farm with my elderly parents next week i'd like to test my wife, 2 children and myself. please confirm what to do?

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Dr. Kate Erwin answered

Test: Strongly suggest you get tested after such an exposure to protect your family. Quarantine if test is positive!

Answered 12/10/2020

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A member asked:

We were at a small gathering on saturday and have since discovered that 2 of the parents are covid positive. as we are going to a game farm with my elderly parents next week i'd like to test my wife, 2 children and myself. please confirm what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kate Erwin answered

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