Introduction
As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the virus. Knowing the signs of COVID-19 can help you take the necessary steps to protect yourself and those around you. In this article, we will discuss the common signs of COVID-19 and provide tips on how to eat healthy during this time. We will also provide information on how to stay safe and healthy while the virus is still active. By following the advice in this article, you can help reduce your risk of contracting the virus and protect yourself and those around you.
Signs You Have COVID as Cases Rise Again — Eat This Not That
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the virus. Knowing the signs of COVID-19 can help you take the necessary steps to protect yourself and those around you. Here are some of the most common signs of COVID-19:
Fever
One of the most common signs of COVID-19 is a fever. A fever is defined as a body temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. If you have a fever, it is important to seek medical attention right away.
Cough
A dry cough is another common symptom of COVID-19. This type of cough is usually persistent and can last for several days. If you have a dry cough, it is important to seek medical attention right away.
Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath is another common symptom of COVID-19. This symptom can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by chest pain. If you are experiencing shortness of breath, it is important to seek medical attention right away.
Fatigue
Fatigue is another common symptom of COVID-19. This symptom can range from mild to severe and can last for several days. If you are experiencing fatigue, it is important to seek medical attention right away.
Loss of Taste or Smell
Loss of taste or smell is another common symptom of COVID-19. This symptom can range from mild to severe and can last for several days. If you are experiencing a loss of taste or smell, it is important to seek medical attention right away.
Eat This Not That
It is important to eat a healthy diet to help boost your immune system and protect yourself from COVID-19. Eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins can help keep your body strong and healthy. Avoiding processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated fat can also help protect you from the virus.
Just as mask restrictions and pandemic restrictions are being lifted across the U.S., new Omicron subvariant BA.2 is making its way across Europe and the U.K. “It’s important to know and recognize all of the symptoms of Omicron. Symptoms like sore throat, runny nose, headache, and fatigue could be COVID,” says Dr. Claire Steves from King’s College London. “If you are experiencing any symptoms, get tested and isolate until you have your test result. This will help stop the spread. If you live in an area experiencing high rates of infection, consider staying home and reducing social contact. Omicron is a highly transmissible variant, so being a bit more cautious when it comes to socializing is a good idea.” Especially because we “may see an uptick,” says Dr. Anthony Fauci. Here are signs you might have COVID-19, if and when a new surge comes. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.
There is an uptick of people reporting gastrointestinal distress linked to COVID-19. “Thanks to millions of daily health reports from our dedicated ZOE COVID Study app contributors, we’ve shown from the earliest days of the pandemic that gastrointestinal (GI) problems — such as diarrhea, stomach pains, feeling sick and losing your appetite or skipping meals — can all be symptoms of COVID-19,” says Professor Timothy Spector.
Headaches may be another common symptom of both Omicron and BA.2. “A runny nose and headache are symptoms of many infections, but may also be the first symptoms – and only symptoms – of Covid,” says Professor Irene Petersen, professor of epidemiology and health informatics at University College London. “Therefore, if you have these symptoms, I’d encourage you to use lateral flow tests for a couple of days.”
As with previous variants of COVID-19, people over 45 are more likely to both be infected and experience symptoms. “The increasing presence of the BA.2 sub-lineage of Omicron and the recent slight increase in infections in those over 55 show that the pandemic is not over and that we can expect to see Covid circulating at high levels,” says Dr. Jenny Harries, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) chief executive.
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Health company ZOE is keeping track of BA.2 through its COVID-19 symptom tracking app. “One in 20 new cases had this variant last week, and as it’s doubling every few days this should predominate within a month,” says Professor Spector. “The ZOE data has also seen more confirmed reinfections in recent weeks with around 7% of new symptomatic cases having previously tested positive, suggesting a natural infection with Delta may not offer much protection.”
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“BA.2 is also Omicron. It’s a sublineage of Omicron, and it is probably the reason that we get so much protection from being previously infected with Omicron against BA.2,” says CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky. “What we’re seeing with BA.2 is not really any more severe disease, not any more immune evasion than we saw with the original Omicron. We do see that it is a bit more transmissible—some have predicted 30%, others have predicted 80% more transmissible. We’ve known about BA.2 in this country since mid December, but didn’t have a lot of it. And just this past week, we demonstrated that about 23% of our sequences are Omicron.” People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
New loss of taste or smell
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Follow the public health fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated or boosted ASAP; if you live in an area with low vaccination rates, wear an N95 face mask, don’t travel, social distance, avoid large crowds, don’t go indoors with people you’re not sheltering with (especially in bars), practice good hand hygiene, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don’t visit any of these 35 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch COVID.