What to Do if You are Sick with COVID-19

Most people who contract COVID-19 will experience mild symptoms and can self-manage from the comfort of their own homes. The Centers for Disease Control recommends you seek medical advice if you develop symptoms, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or if you live in or have recently been in an area with ongoing spread. 

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Stay Home, Separate Yourself

Restrict activities outside the home and limit contact with other people and animals in your home to limit the spread of the virus.

When to end home isolation
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Call First

Communicate travel history and symptoms before arriving at a doctor's office or health care facility, enabling the provider to determine the best setting for you to receive care.

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Consult Your Doctor From Home

If your symptoms aren't severe, speak with a physician from the safety of your home.

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Rest, Stay Hydrated

The CDC recommends getting rest and staying hydrated to help manage your health at home.

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Other Tips

The CDC also recommends wearing a face mask, covering coughs and sneezes, cleaning hands often, avoiding sharing personal household items, cleaning commonly touched surfaces and more.

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Monitor Your Symptoms

If your symptoms get worse, seek advice from a medical professional. For medical emergencies, call 911.  Notify dispatch personnel if you have symptoms of COVID-19.

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