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As COVID-19 continues to spread nationwide, it is important to stay up to date on the information and guidelines put forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Florida Department of Health. If you or someone you are living with suspects they are experiencing symptoms that align with those of COVID-19, please follow the steps below.
Step One: Determine if you are in an emergent situation
If you are experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain or any other life-threatening symptoms, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Step Two: Understand your symptoms
Before contacting your healthcare professional, identify your symptoms. Health First has an easy and free online tool that can help you determine if you should be tested for COVID-19. Visit HF.org to try out the symptom checker today.
Step Three: Listen to your Healthcare Professional
If it is determined that you need a COVID-19 test and evaluation from a healthcare professional, do so. Your healthcare professional will evaluate your symptoms and determine your best plan of care.
Remember, if you are sick, it is crucial to stay at home unless leaving to seek medical treatment. Stay in touch with your doctor, and if you develop an emergency warning sign, such as trouble breathing or persistent pain in the chest, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
If you do go to the hospital, please be assured that our Environmental Services team is hard at work ensuring our Health First hospitals remain clean by disinfecting surfaces daily.
For more information, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ and https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
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