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A 50-year-old female asked:

I have flu like symptoms - cough and an off and on fever. as an educator i wouldnt want to expose my learners to covid-19. should i go for a covid test?

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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered

Psychiatry 27 years experience

Yes: In the meantime would quarantine and stay away from your students until you get a result.

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