A global analysis of quarantine and isolation policies governing outbreak responses.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Countries across the world implemented diverse quarantine and isolation policies throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with varying levels of efficacy. Their widespread use invites new considerations regarding the effectiveness of domestic quarantine and isolation policies, the ways they are enforced, and the jurisdictions responsible for ordering these measures.

Methods

We systematically analysed legally enforceable policies in current standing in each United Nations (UN) Member State, assessing the authorities to quarantine and isolate individuals within national borders. We captured the text of each policy and categorised the responsible jurisdictional authority and enforcement mechanisms.

Results

Of UN Member States, 91.67% (176/192) had legally enforceabl

SUBMITTER: Rosner AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12584573 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature