Do I Have COVID-19, The Flu Or A Cold?

WHO declares COVID-19 a global pandemic - What to do if you have symptoms and are worried you've been exposed to COVID-19.

GENEVA, Switzerland -- The World Health Organization (WHO) officials believe the rate of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases is going to get worse before things start to get better. If you feel sick, when should you get tested?

Here are some basic facts about the virus, its symptoms, prevention, and what to do if you believe you are infected.

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What are the symptoms?

Unfortunately, the initial symptoms of COVID-19 are very similar to the seasonal flu and even the common cold, so you may not know whether you are infected with Coronavirus - COVID-19.

The symptoms can include:
- Fever.
- Cough.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Pneumonia in both lungs (which would be seen on a chest X-ray).

Not everyone who is infected with COVID-19 has symptoms, and some people will only exhibit very minor symptoms.

"About 80 per cent of people will not get really sick from this," Dr. Samir Gupta, a respirologist, told CBC News.

The only way to confirm COVID-19 is with a lab test. Symptoms may appear as soon as two days after exposure or as long as 14 days after exposure.

The flu vaccine will not protect you against COVID-19.

What should you do if you have symptoms?

If you are under 50 years old and otherwise healthy, just stay home and take care of yourself. Definitely don't go to hospital, says Dr. Andrew Morris, an infectious disease specialist.

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"The hospital's like the worst place for anyone, other than people who are really sick and who will need hospitalization. Just being infected with a viral infection is not a reason to go to hospital."

But it is a good reason if you are older, have a compromised immune system, or are experiencing shortness of breath.

The most important thing to do is to call ahead to your health care-provider when possible, whether you are going to see your primary care physician, a walk-in clinic, or an emergency department at a hospital. Upon arrival, you will be asked to wear a mask while waiting to prevent spreading your germs and you may be isolated... Read The Full Story on CBC News.

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Deaf Speed Skater - Michael Hubbs Hospitalized

Deaf News: Michael W. Hubbs announced that he was hositpalized by stress symptoms.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Michael (Mike) Hubbs of short track speed skater, found himself in the psychiatric's room on Saturday after being hospitalized with a stress symptoms from the social network, according to his facebook page.

Michael Hubbs statement on Facebook:

"I'm willing to share. I ended up in the hospital today. Found out it was because of stress which is not cool. It has affected my skating and my focus. Too much to handle. My solution is that I'm going to shut down my personal facebook for temporary. I'm going to give you all 2 days starting from now. Let's focus on my fanpage at Facebook.com/mhubbsspeedskater. For sponsorship or donation, contact Josh, PR Agent, at jweissmanpr@live.com. I love you all so much for the support and thanks for understanding. God bless."

"Dear Friends, Fans, Donors and Supporters,

My personal Facebook is no longer public. If you aren't my friends and I do not know you and you added me, you will not automatically be approved. You have to message me before you're approved to have the access to my personal Facebook. If you want to follow on my progress, you will need to go to my fan page at facebook.com/samuraiskater. Thank you for your continuous support. I love you all!"

UPDATE: Michael Hubbs of short track speed skater, found himself of an esteem fitness after being hospitalized with a stress symptoms from the social network. However, Hubbs decides to apologizing quotes to the communities.

Michael Hubbs statement on YouTube.

"Deafnation. VRS. I apologize for my mistakes. Forgiveness. Support. Donation. Deaf Community work together. Teamwork. Goals. Motivations."

Donation: If you are interested in donating funds to support my dream and to help and inspire the Deaf community around the US and the whole world. You can donate with credit card or debit card via paypal. Be sure click on dollar amount you wish to donate then click "give." See link below:
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects.

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