A member asked:

I woke up with a sore throat, congested nose, headache, slight cough. do i need to get tested for covid 19?

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Yes: Contact your doctor by phone to have further evaluation and instruction for getting the test in ZA. Wear a mask, stay away from others, practice hand hygiene. If you develop breathing difficulty, go to the nearest hospital, immediately. Wish you good health.

Answered 12/12/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 concerns: These symptoms could be due to COVID 19 or a variety of other illnesses. My understanding -in South Africa, one contacts a medical provider for eval & to decide if COVID 19 testing is indicated. In US, policies vary by state. Go to https://www.apple.com/covid19/ & choose your state's health department for specific guidance.

Answered 12/14/2020

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