Introduction
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the virus. President Biden recently tested positive for the virus, and while his symptoms were mild, it is important to be aware of the signs that you may have contracted the virus. In this article, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of COVID-19, as well as provide tips on how to stay safe and healthy. We will also provide some helpful advice on what to eat and what to avoid if you think you may have contracted the virus. By following these tips, you can help protect yourself and those around you from the virus.
Signs You Have COVID Like President Biden — Eat This Not That
President Biden recently tested positive for COVID-19, and while his symptoms were mild, it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the virus. Here are some of the most common signs that you may have 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’s important to seek medical attention right away.
Cough
A dry cough is another common symptom of COVID-19. It’s important to note that a dry cough can also be a sign of other illnesses, so it’s important to seek medical attention if you experience a dry cough.
Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath is another common symptom of COVID-19. If you experience shortness of breath, it’s important to seek medical attention right away.
Fatigue
Fatigue is another common symptom of COVID-19. If you experience fatigue, it’s important to get plenty of rest and seek medical attention if your fatigue persists.
Loss of Taste or Smell
Loss of taste or smell is another common symptom of COVID-19. If you experience a sudden loss of taste or smell, it’s important to seek medical attention right away.
Eat This Not That
If you think you may have COVID-19, it’s important to eat a healthy diet to help your body fight the virus. Foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants can help boost your immune system and help you fight off the virus. Foods to eat include fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Foods to avoid include processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated fat.
President Joe Biden has “tested positive for COVID-19. He is fully vaccinated and twice boosted and experiencing very mild symptoms,” according to Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, in a statement. “The president is fully vaccinated and twice-boosted, so I anticipate that he will respond favorably, as most maximally protected patients do,” Kevin O’Connor, the president’s physician, wrote. Biden is said to have “mild symptoms.” BA.5 is causing infections (and reinfections) to surge across the US and the world, and virus experts are warning people to stay on top of their vaccinations and boosters. “With cases and hospitalizations rising again as we enter the summer period, I urge everybody to get vaccinated and boosted as quickly as possible. There is no time to lose,” says Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety. Here are five BA.5 symptoms doctors are worried about. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.
Doctors are reporting a resurgence in people losing their taste thanks to BA.5. “What I am seeing in my corner of the world is a spike,” says Valentina Parma, a psychologist at the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia. “There seems to be more requests than earlier this year but still significantly less than with Delta.”
Loss of smell is also making a comeback, experts warn. “These patients usually don’t come in until several months after they’ve lost their smell and we don’t get a lot of information until after the wave,” says Dr. Lauren Roland, a rhinologist at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
BA.5 is evading vaccine immunity, virus experts warn. “I think it could be our second worst surge in terms of numbers of cases,” says Peter Chin-Hong, MD, professor in the UCSF Health Division of Infectious Diseases. “We have to be careful. The real superpower of BA.5 is reinfections. And because BA.5 is new, if you got infected two or three weeks ago, it’s not likely BA.5, so you’re susceptible to reinfection.”
Sore throat has been a common symptom with previous COVID-19 variants, but doctors say BA.5 symptoms can be worse. “Symptoms may be more painful,” says Dr. Chin-Hong. “Like their throat is on fire with BA.5. We hear it’s the worst sore throat they’ve had.”
Virus experts are warning BA.5 is highly transmissible even outside, which was always considered the safer option with previous variants. “The more transmissible the virus is the easier it is to get,” says UCSF epidemiologist George Rutherford, MD. “It’s always possible and if you’re in crowded outdoor areas, it’s very possible.” 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.
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