Symptoms for Covid-19

These are the symptoms listed by the CDC:

Covid can be a scary time for anyone, especially a kid. Are you afraid you or a family member you're living with has Covid? Here are some things to look for if you think a family member may have Covid:
  • Fever or chills 
  • Cough 
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing 
  • Fatigue (Tired)
  • Muscle or body aches 
  • Headache 
  • New loss of taste or smell 
  • Sore throat 
  • Congestion (nose is stopped up) or runny nose 
  • Nausea or vomiting 
  • Diarrhea
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.

Emergency symptoms

Do you or a family member need help immediately? Being by yourself when you’re sick or alone  with someone else is sick can be a huge responsibility to deal with. If you feel you're in danger because you or a family is really sick, then call 911. Give them your address and state that you or another family member has Covid. An ambulance will come to your location in a little while. 

Look for emergency warning signs* for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately.

  • Trouble breathing 
  • Persistent pain (doesn't go away) or pressure in the chest 
  • New confusion (having trouble knowing what is going on)
  • Inability to wake (can't wake up) or stay awake 
  • Bluish lips or face 
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.

Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility: Notify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.

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