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My husband had very close contact with a covid positive patient. i am now experiencing a scratchy throat and upper back pain on the right side for the past 2 days. is it necessary for me to have a test done ?
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COVID: Yes, if you have been in contact with a COVID positive patient, or in close contact with someone that has been in contact with a patient, and you are now experiencing symptoms, you need to be tested.
Answered 12/3/2020
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