Symptoms of COVID-19

• A fever of 100°F or higher
• Respiratory symptoms, such as dry cough or shortness of breath

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. If you have symptoms, don’t panic. Most people get better without needing to be hospitalized.

If you think you’ve been exposed but aren’t sure…

Self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days after exposure. Call your primary care provider if you experience COVID-19 symptoms.

If you’ve been exposed to someone who has a confirmed case…

Self-quarantine for 14 days (avoid being closer than six feet to others). Call your primary care provider if you experience symptoms.

If you think you have COVID-19

Call First. Stay home and call your doctor’s office, urgent care or telehealth line. They can advise you on whether you need medical care.

If you do need care, wear a face mask when you leave your home, if you have one available.

If you are experiencing symptoms...

Stay Home. Don’t go into work. Avoid spreading virus to others.

Contact your primary care physician. If you don't have one, call the Ohio Department of Health: 1-833-427-5634

Get medical attention immediately if you experience:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
• New confusion or inability to arouse
• Bluish lips or face

Stay home when you’re sick

Avoid close contact

Get adequate sleep and eat well-balanced meals

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when you sneeze or cough

Wash your hands often with soap and water or use 60% alcohol hand rub

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands

Clean AND disinfect "high-touch" surfaces often

Practice safe social distance

“Social distancing” keeps sick people from coming into contact with healthy people. During a pandemic like COVID-19, everyone should practice as much social distancing as possible and take other preventive measures to help stop the spread of disease.