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What you need to know about coronavirus testing in Georgia, South Carolina

What you need to know about coronavirus testing in Georgia, South Carolina
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What you need to know about coronavirus testing in Georgia, South Carolina
Above video: Coronavirus patient released in StatesboroDo you have questions about getting tested for the novel coronavirus in Georgia and South Carolina?This page provides resources about the symptoms of COVID-19, what you should do if you have them and how to get tested.SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19The symptoms are:Fever Cough Shortness of breathThe symptoms of the coronavirus may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The CDC said reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed COVID-19 cases.TESTING IN GEORGIAIf you develop symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, contact your primary care doctor or an urgent care clinic.The Georgia Department of Public Health is asking people not to show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility.More information is available by calling the state’s hotline at (844) 442-2681TESTING IN SOUTH CAROLINAIf you develop symptoms of COVID-19, contact your health care provider. A free online health assessment is also available with several telehealth providers, according to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. In order to access the free consult, use the promo code COVID-19.This map also shows hospitals, specimen collection sites and alternate care sites in the state.EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNS OF COVID-19If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately, the CDC said.Emergency warning signs include:Trouble breathing Persistent pain or pressure in the chest New confusion or inability to arouse Bluish lips or face*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.County by county: The latest coronavirus cases in Georgia, South CarolinaCoronavirus in Georgia, SC: The latest headlines, resources, how to keep your family safeWJCL's coronavirus special coverage

Above video: Coronavirus patient released in Statesboro

Do you have questions about getting tested for the novel coronavirus in Georgia and South Carolina?

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This page provides resources about the symptoms of COVID-19, what you should do if you have them and how to get tested.

SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19

The symptoms are:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath

The symptoms of the coronavirus may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The CDC said reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed COVID-19 cases.

TESTING IN GEORGIA

If you develop symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, contact your primary care doctor or an urgent care clinic.

The Georgia Department of Public Health is asking people not to show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility.

More information is available by calling the state’s hotline at (844) 442-2681

TESTING IN SOUTH CAROLINA

If you develop symptoms of COVID-19, contact your health care provider.

A free online health assessment is also available with several telehealth providers, according to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. In order to access the free consult, use the promo code COVID-19.

This map also shows hospitals, specimen collection sites and alternate care sites in the state.

EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNS OF COVID-19

If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately, the CDC said.

Emergency warning signs include:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion or inability to arouse
  • Bluish lips or face

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.

County by county: The latest coronavirus cases in Georgia, South Carolina

Coronavirus in Georgia, SC: The latest headlines, resources, how to keep your family safe

WJCL's coronavirus special coverage