What should be done to prevent other people in the house from becoming sick if a person with COVID-19 is being cared for at home? There are a number of precautions that can prevent the spread of COVID-19 to other people in the house: If someone in your family is sick with COVID-19, it is important they self-isolate until they recover. Assign the sick person a room away from others, but they must be closely monitored. (If this is not possible, then assign a space that is separated from others as much as possible.) Make sure they rest, drink enough water and eat nutritious food. Treat their symptoms with medicines prescribed by a health practitioner. They must stay isolated until they text negative. It is equally important to protect yourself and others in your household from infection. Always wear a medical mask? when you are in the same room & wear disposable gloves when handling items they have touched - keeping items away from your body. Clean your hands frequently with soap and water or an alcohol-based rub. Contact a doctor if their symptoms worsen or they experience difficulty breathing.