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- What should you do if
you think you're infected

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with Covid-19?

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If you're showing symptoms
such as fever, dry cough

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and shortness of breath,
you can visit CDC.gov

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and use their online symptom checker.

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If you're showing symptoms,
take the following steps

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to protect yourself and those around you.

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Isolate yourself at home,

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avoid sharing personal
space or items with anyone.

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You should stay isolated
until you've been fever free

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for three full days and until
it's been at least seven days

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since your symptoms started.

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Contact your doctor or use Telehealth.

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It's important to avoid
crowded waiting rooms

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where you may infect others.

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Begin treating symptoms at home.

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Stay well hydrated and reduce fever

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with over-the-counter medications

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as directed by your healthcare provider.

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Testing is limited

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and priority goes to those
admitted to the hospital

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as well as healthcare
workers and first responders,

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so take the same steps as if
you have a confirmed diagnosis

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as long as your symptoms
remain manageable at home,

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but do call 911 or go to the ER

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if you experience severe
shortness of breath.

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These steps apply to
healthy people under age 65.

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If you're older or have a health issue

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that may put you at higher risk,

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talk to your doctor to see

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if your symptoms require a closer look.

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If you follow this guidance,

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you can help limit the
spread of coronavirus.

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Please also continue
your heightened hygiene

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and disinfecting protocols

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and follow any local safer-at-home orders,

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even if you're not feeling ill.

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For more updates about
our response to Covid-19,

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visit BCBSTupdates.com.