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COVID-19: When to Seek Help
Signs and symptoms
Symptoms for the novel coronavirus are similar to those for influenza or other respiratory illnesses. They can range from mild to moderate and include:
- Fever above 38 degrees Celsius
- A new cough, or worsening chronic cough
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
- Headache
- A new onset of fatigue
- A new onset of muscle pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of sense of taste
- Loss of sense of smell
- In children, purple markings on the fingers and toes
In more severe cases, infection
can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney
failure and even death.
What to do if you think you might have come in contact with Coronavirus
Here's what to do if you think you might have come in contact with Coronavirus:
- Call Tele-Care 811. Describe your symptoms and travel history. They will provide advice on what you should do. Please be patient. As expected, they are receiving a large volume of calls.
- Do NOT come to an Emergency Department. Stay at home and self-isolate and self-monitor.
If you're looking for information on COVID-19, call the Public Health Agency of Canada's information line: 1-833-784-4397