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For people who are older or those at <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/understanding-risk.html\">high risk</a> of getting very sick from COVID-19, <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/treatments-for-severe-illness.html\">treatment may be available</a>&nbsp;that can reduce the chances of being hospitalized or dying from the disease. Contact a healthcare provider right away or visit a <a href=\"https://aspr.hhs.gov/TestToTreat/Pages/default.aspx\" data-domain-ext=\"gov\">Test to Treat location<span aria-label=\"external icon\" role=\"img\"></span><span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span></a>. Treatment must be started within the first few days to be effective.</p> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <div> \n         <div> \n          <div> \n           <span aria-label=\"test vial icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n           <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n          </div> \n          <div> \n           <div>\n             COVID-19 Tests or Treatment \n           </div> \n           <p><a href=\"https://www.hhs.gov/coronavirus/community-based-testing-sites/index.html\"><span>Community-Based Testing Locations</span></a><a href=\"https://covid-19-test-to-treat-locator-dhhs.hub.arcgis.com/\"><span>Treatment Locator</span></a></p> \n          </div> \n         </div> \n        </div> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <span></span> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <h2>Steps to Take When Sick with COVID-19</h2> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <span></span> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <p><strong>When to Seek Emergency Medical Attention:</strong> If someone is showing any <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html#seek-medical-attention\">emergency warning signs</a>, call 911.</p> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <span></span> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span aria-label=\"house user light icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n        <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n       </div> \n       <div> \n        <h3>Stay home and separate from others</h3> \n        <p><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/isolation.html\"><span>When and How to Isolate</span></a></p> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span aria-label=\"ventilation icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n        <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n       </div> \n       <div> \n        <h3>Improve ventilation (air flow) at home to help prevent COVID-19 from spreading to other people</h3> \n        <p>Use this <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/interactive-ventilation-tool.html\">interactive tool</a>&nbsp;to learn how to improve air flow at home.</p> \n        <p><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/Improving-Ventilation-Home.html\"><span>Improving Ventilation in Your Home</span></a></p> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span aria-label=\"head side cough light icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n        <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n       </div> \n       <div> \n        <h3>Monitor symptoms and follow healthcare provider instructions</h3> \n        <p>Rest, drink fluids, and use over-the-counter medicines for fever.</p> \n        <p><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html\"><span>Symptoms of COVID-19</span></a></p> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span aria-label=\"head side mask light icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n        <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n       </div> \n       <div> \n        <h3>Wear a high-quality mask or respirator when around other people</h3> \n        <p>Wear a mask with the best fit, protection, and comfort.</p> \n        <p><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/masks.html\"><span>Mask Guidance</span></a></p> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span aria-label=\"cleaning icon\" role=\"img\"></span> \n        <span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span> \n       </div> \n       <div> \n        <h3>Practice every day hygiene and cleaning and avoid sharing personal household items</h3> \n        <ul> \n         <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html\">Wash your hands</a> often.</li> \n         <li>Cover <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/personal-hygiene/coughing-sneezing.html\">coughs and sneezes</a>.</li> \n        </ul> \n        <p><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/cleaning/cleaning-your-home.html\"><span>Cleaning Your Home</span></a></p> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <h2>For Caregivers</h2> \n     <p>If you are caring for someone with COVID-19:</p> \n     <ul> \n      <li>Follow everyday <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html\">preventative actions</a></li> \n      <li>Wear a <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/masks.html\">high-quality mask</a> when you must be around them</li> \n      <li>Learn what to do after being <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/if-you-were-exposed.html\">exposed to COVID-19</a></li> \n     </ul> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <span></span> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <h2>Resources</h2> \n    <div role=\"tablist\"> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <button tabindex=\"0\" role=\"tab\" data-target=\"#accordion-1-collapse-1\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-controls=\"accordion-1-collapse-1\"> <span> <span>Print Resources</span> </span> </button> \n       <div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1-card-1\" role=\"tabpanel\"> \n        <div> \n         <div> \n          <ul> \n           <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/communication/print-resources/Test-Soon-Treat-Early.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Don\u2019t Delay: Test Soon and Treat Early <span aria-label=\"pdf icon\" role=\"img\"></span><span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span><span>[262 KB, 1 page]</span></a> | <a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/print-resources.html?Sort=Date%3A%3Adesc&amp;Search=delay\">Additional Languages</a></li> \n           <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/COVID19-symptoms.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Symptoms of COVID-19 <span aria-label=\"pdf icon\" role=\"img\"></span><span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span><span>[333 KB, 1 page]</span></a></li> \n           <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/10Things.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">10 Things You Can Do to Manage Your COVID-19 Symptoms at Home <span aria-label=\"pdf icon\" role=\"img\"></span><span alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></span><span>[484 KB, 1 page]</span></a></li> \n          </ul> \n         </div> \n        </div> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <button tabindex=\"0\" role=\"tab\" data-target=\"#accordion-1-collapse-2\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-controls=\"accordion-1-collapse-2\"> <span> <span>Videos</span> </span> </button> \n       <div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1-card-2\" role=\"tabpanel\"> \n        <div> \n         <div> \n          <div> \n           <div> \n            <div> \n             <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6775rnLdAk\"></a> \n            </div> \n            <div> \n             <p>10 Things You Can Do to Manage COVID-19 at Home</p> \n             <p>Video Length: 00:01:32</p> \n             <p><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6775rnLdAk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>Watch Video</span></a></p> \n            </div> \n           </div> \n          </div> \n         </div> \n        </div> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n    <div> \n     <div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <span></span> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n      <div> \n       <div> \n        <h2>Related Pages</h2> \n        <ul> \n         <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/isolation.html\">Isolation and Precautions for People with COVID-19</a></li> \n         <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/treatments-for-severe-illness.html\">Treatments and Medications</a></li> \n         <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html\">Symptoms</a></li> \n         <li><a href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html\">Testing</a></li> \n        </ul> \n       </div> \n      </div> \n     </div> \n    </div> \n   </div> \n  </div> \n </div>\n <script type=\"application/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"http://schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Article\",\"headline\":\"Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), If You Are Sick or Caring for Someone\",\"datePublished\":\"2020-26-18T15:26:00Z\",\"description\":\"What to Do If You Are Sick\\r\\nTake steps to care for yourself and help protect others in your home and 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