FLU VS COVID-19

The influenza (flu) season is gradually approaching. Therefore, we need to be aware of the symptoms and how it can be differentiated from the COVID-19 symptoms. They are both respiratory illnesses but caused by different viruses. Affected individuals can be asymptomatic, have very mild symptoms, or even a serious one that could lead to death especially in people over 65, new born babies and people with chronic illnesses.\There is a possibility that COVID-19 have been around during the flu season in 2019. However, it was not common in the United States at that time. The incidence of COVID-19 increased in the United States around March 2020 towards the end of the flu season. This means that they have very similar symptoms, and you need to be able to differentiate them by getting familiar with the symptoms, or getting tested.

If COVID-19 eventually becomes the new normal, then we have to be on top of our game as individuals.

Your visits to the primary care doctor for cold or flu symptoms might include getting tested for both flu and COVID-19 based on your presenting symptoms.

• Get your flu vaccine.
• Wear your mask.
• Wash your hands frequently.
• Take your multivitamins.
• Boost your immune system by exercising regularly, eating healthy diet including fruits and vegetables, get good sleep and maintain healthy weight.
• Follow up with your Primary Care Provider.

Please reach out to us on 469-999-0009 for all your medical needs, COVID-19 and FLU TESTS.

You will get COVID-19 results within 3 days.

• We also have a drive through where you can safely visit without worrying about contacting the virus.
• We can also consult with you through our telemedicine platform from the comfort of your home.

Email:info@peacehealthandwellnessclinic.com.

www.peacehealthandwellnessclinic.com

https://www.coronavirus.gov

Olubunmi Awe, DNP

Aug, 2020