URGENT: MSDH COVID-19 Public Health Guidance for College and University Settings.
Please clilck the link to download and review these guidelines at your earliest convenience!
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms.
- Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditionsÌýlike heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.
WATCH FOR SYMPTOMS
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.
Symptoms may appearÌý2-14 days after exposureÌýto the virus.ÌýPeople with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.
WHEN TO SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL ATTENTION
Look forÌýemergency warning signs*Ìýfor COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs,Ìýseek emergency medical careÌýimmediately
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.
Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility:ÌýNotify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.