
A message from DC FEMS about the Coronavirus
District of Columbia sent this bulletin at 03/11/2020 10:30 AM EDT
View as a webpage |  | What happens if I have cold or flu-like symptoms? | You’ve probably heard about the Coronavirus in the news. The health risk remains low for most people, but if you have cold or flu-like symptoms it is important to visit a clinic. If you experience any of the following, visit your doctor or a medical clinic in your neighborhood: Fever Cough or sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Body aches, headache, or chills If you feel ill, here a few ways to stop spreading illness: Stay home and get lots of rest Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue Follow your doctor’s advice Only call 911 for serious or life-threatening emergencies. For most issues like the cold or flu, you will receive better care at a clinic. Wait times are shorter. Follow-up care is better. Also, there is probably one close by in your neighborhood. Find my Clinic | |
|   | Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department 2000 14th Street, NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20009 Phone: (202) 673-3320 Fax: (202) 462-0807 TTY: 711 Email: [email protected] |
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