How will you feel if your spouse is a frequent business traveller to Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar, India, Vietnam etc

Question

My spouse used to be a frequent traveller to ASEAN countries but stopped travelling due to this pandemic. But seeing how the way of things go recently, the likelihood of him travelling soon will seem to happen in no time. I believe there are many of you or your spouses are also business travellers too. Since our govt is easing and opening up our borders to European countries and more to come in time. How do you feel or react to this new norm? By then I will be concerned he might accidentally get infected at any point of time and spread the COVID-19 virus to me,  my 4yo child, family members and his co-workers. If it really does or does not happen, my child will still have to halt schooling on and off as we are required to keep submitting proofs (PCR or ART results) before my child is safe to return to school. It’s going to disrupt a lot of things in near future & we foresee this now.Pls don’t comment me for being so worried at this point of time but travelling overseas is going to take place very soon. So I am now asking if there’s anyone out there like me who may share a similar situation and concerns right now. Feel free to share your honest opinions and let’s not judge each other in this matter. Meanwhile let’s stay safe & healthy together during this critical period. Looking forward to hear some replies. Thanks!

Raven Tan · Answer

If you have the space, you can create an "isolation room" for the first few days he is back where he can self quarantine. Have cleaning supplies outside the door so he can spray sanitizer on his luggage, clothes, accessories and hands before coming in, and keep his mask on. You can also stock up on self test kits - although I'm sure his company will provide sufficient for him. These are what some people who are highly exposed (Eg medical officers in USA) are doing to protect their families (some installed outdoor showers and change out of outside clothes too). If you are worried about the inconveniences of being listed as a close contact then I guess he has to stay at a hotel, but I think that's a bit harsh if everyone's expected to be asymptomatic (young age, vaccinated).