GUIDE: What to do if you get COVID-19
Here are some tips to help you recover from your COVID infection.
What to do if you feel sick:
1. A positive rapid test is now all someone needs to start isolation. You don’t need to queue up for a PCR.
2. On the day you test positive- you have to log your positive result with Service NSW. Failure to do so could result in a $1,000 fine.
3. You must isolate for 7 days.
4. After the 7 days – if you have no symptoms- you can simply leave.
In terms of what you’ll need:
1. It’s recommended you stock up on panadol and throat lozenges.
2. Have a supply of rapid tests, masks and hand sanitiser already sorted.
3. Drink plenty of water… people who’ve had COVID recommend Hydrolite and Gatorade.
4. Doctors also recommend Vitamin D3 tablets, a Probiotic and Zinc.
5. Prepare some frozen meals or have a friend drop around food to help you through the week.
Normal symptoms for COVID:
1. A cough or sore throat
2. Exhaustion and sore limbs
3. Fever and headache
4. A loss of taste and smell
Symptoms to watch out for:
1. Severe dizziness, sudden shortness of breath, chest pain or drowsiness.
2. If you develop these symptoms- NSW Health says to ring 000.
3. Women who are more than 14 weeks pregnant also need to take extra care.
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