Common symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, chills, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Symptoms can start 2 to 14 days after exposure
A rapid antigen test or PCR test is the best way to confirm COVID
You may have COVID if you recently had close contact with someone who tested positive
You may have COVID if you have symptoms that are similar to a cold, flu, or respiratory infection
You may have COVID even if symptoms are mild or absent
Seek medical care urgently if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, confusion, blue lips or face, or severe weakness
Stay home and avoid contact with others if you think you may have COVID
Follow local testing and isolation guidance if you test positive