I have COVID-19. What should I do?

• If you test positive, stay home and away from others for 5 days. Wear a mask around others at home.

  • Day 0 is the day your symptoms started (or the day you tested positive if you had no symptoms).

  • If your symptoms are severe, go to the emergency room. For example, if you have trouble breathing, new confusion, persistent pain or pressure in your chest.

• Older adults and people who have other health conditions like heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, or pregnancy have a higher chance of getting very sick or needing to go to the hospital from COVID-19. 

  • After testing positive, call your doctor right away to see if you qualify for medicines that can lower your chances of getting very sick.

• After staying home for 5 days, wear a mask on days 6-11.

Other tips:

• Improve ventilation (air flow) at home to help prevent COVID-19 from spreading to other people

• Practice every day hygiene and cleaning and avoid sharing personal household items

• Wear a high-quality mask or respirator when around other people