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I Think I Have COVID-19

What are common COVID symptoms? How long does it last? We offer advice for how to care for yourself and your loved ones who are sick.
August 27, 2021
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
August 27, 2021

What are the symptoms of the Delta Variant?

The Delta variant causes the exact same symptoms as the original virus.
August 27, 2021
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
August 27, 2021

Is there a test for the Delta variant?

A specialized type of testing, called genomic sequencing, is needed to identify the Delta variant.
August 6, 2021
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Alyssa Bernanke, PhD
August 6, 2021

I’m vaccinated, but still got COVID-19. Am I contagious?

Even if you’re vaccinated, you can spread COVID-19 if you’re infected. Take steps to reduce spreading the virus if you’re infected!
May 22, 2021
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Brad Kern, PhD
May 22, 2021

Should I get tested if I know I have COVID?

Yes, please get tested if you know you have COVID!
November 14, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
November 14, 2020

When should you wear gloves?

Wearing gloves when shopping and doing errands won’t protect you from getting COVID-19 and may still lead to the spread of germs.
October 31, 2020
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Gavin Harris, MD
October 30, 2020

Are monoclonal antibodies the path to curing COVID?

Monoclonal antibody therapy is an experimental treatment for COVID-19, and it may hold promise for those with mild disease.
September 11, 2020
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Joel Bernanke, MD MSc
January 22, 2021

Should you buy a pulse oximeter?

Pulse oximeters measure the oxygen in your blood. If you already have one, keep it. If not, speak with your doctor before you rush out to buy a pulse oximeter.
September 11, 2020
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Brad Kern, PhD
September 11, 2020

What is a rapid COVID-19 test?

New rapid COVID-10 tests can return results within minutes.
August 18, 2020
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Gretchen Snoeyenbos Newman, MD
August 18, 2020

I have COVID. When should I go to the hospital?

Talk to your doctor about the details, but if you feel short of breath or have chest pain, it’s time to go to the hospital.
August 15, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
August 15, 2020

Don’t wait for your COVID test results, call your contacts now!

What to do if you have symptoms? Call your recent contacts now! Don’t wait for test results.

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