iCare wants to partner with you to make sure that you know the best ways to stay protected from Coronavirus (COVID-19).
By Mary Ellen Benzik, MD Updated November 1, 2020
What is COVID-19? This is a new virus that spreads from person to person and causes respiratory illness.
YOU CAN MAKE OTHERS SICK Even if you don’t feel sick, you can pass the virus to your parents, grandparents, and other family members who can get very ill. These are the best ways to protect yourself and others from getting sick.
WATCH FOR SYMPTOMS Fever (100.4° or higher) • Cough • Shortness of breath WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS Stay home, call your provider and report your symptoms. The clinic will give you instructions. Call 911 if you have difficulty breathing, chest pain or confusion.
WHO IS AT HIGH RISK OF GETTING VERY SICK? YOU ARE! THERE IS NO CURE OR VACCINE FOR COVID-19.
Check out these great resources for more information:
Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Wisconsin Department of Health Services: ttps://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/disease/covid-19.htm
Flu shots are more important than ever this year! Flu season is here and COVID–19 has not gone away. iCare wants to partner with you to lower your risk of flu and COVID–19.
In some areas, people are getting COVID–19 more often and getting sicker. Learn how to protect yourself and those around you even if you live in a "hot zone."
Don’t think COVID-19 can affect you or those you love? It can! It is very important you protect yourself and those around you.
iCare’s FREE 24 hour Nurse Line is available and ready to answer your COVID-19 questions and assess your symptoms. Call 1-800-679-9874.
Call iCare Customer Service at 1-800-777-4376 (TTY: 711) if you:
H2237_IC2408_C Last Updated 11/1/20
Mary Ellen Benzik, MD
Dr. Benzik is the iCare Chief Medical Officer.
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