I have a sore throat and am hot. im waiting to get tested for covid as everywhere near me is backed up and sold out tests. im feeling like i cant catch a breath and short of breath. how do i know if its related to covid what do i do?

If you are short of breath go to ER or urgent cate NOW!

You need to go to the ER NOW if you are having respiratory symptoms. The ER will not only do a COVID-test but also check your respiratory status (e.g., is your oxygen saturation OK or do you need supplemental oxygen). In the meantime, act as if you DO have COVID: quarantine; wear a mask. When you get your results, alert all the people you have been in contact with for 5 days before your symptoms.