Flu season is here. Learn about flu prevention, signs and symptoms, and how they compare to the common cold and COVID-19.
Do I have a cold, the flu, or COVID-19?
Symptoms of colds, the flu, and COVID-19 may look the same. It is important to contact a doctor to help diagnose your symptoms. Here is a helpful comparison of common characteristics of each:
SOURCES:
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/symptoms.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm
https://www.healthline.com/health-news/flu-allergies-coronavirus-different-symptoms#Despite-symptoms,-its-not-the-flu
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Texas Health Family Care
Texas Health Physicians Group providers can assist with flu prevention and help assess and treat cold and flu symptoms with both in-person or virtual visits appointments available.
Find a new provider to schedule an appointment by phone or online.
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DispatchHealth
In collaboration with Texas Health, DispatchHealth can provide flu care and testing in the comfort of your home.
Hours: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily
Confirm your service area and request a visit.
Coronavirus Symptom-Checker
Find information on COVID-19 testing, visitor guidelines, safety and more.
General COVID-19 Information