COVID-19 Care and Prevention

If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, please call your health care provider to determine your next steps. If you do not have a primary care physician, our Urgent Care providers can help. 

Symptoms of COVID-19

  • Fever (≥ than 100°)
  • Cough
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Chills
  • Repeated shaking with chills
  • Muscle pain
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • New loss of taste or smell

    How to Protect Yourself

    • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
    • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue then throw it in the trash.
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
    • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
    • Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care
    • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
    • Practice social distancing.
    • Avoid mass gatherings.
    • Maintain a 6 foot distance from others when possible

    Read more about proper hand hygiene

      What to do if you're sick

      If you're experiencing cold or flu like symptoms:

      • Stay home, except to get medical care.
      • Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home.
      • Call ahead before visiting a doctor.
      • If you are around other people, wear a facemask.
      • Avoid sharing personal household items.
      • Clean your hands often.
      • Clean all "high touch surfaces every day.
      • Monitor your symptoms.
        • If your condition gets worse, seek medical attention
        • Before seeking medical attention, call your healthcare provider.

      Stay informed

      Information adapted from the guidelines put out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Visit the CDC Coronavirus website for additional information and resources.

      As a trusted partner in the health and wellness of the communities we serve, the Sturdy Health team looks forward to receiving your media inquiries.

      MEDIA INQUIRIES

      For background information, interview requests, or to reach a medical expert:

      Justine Zilliken 
      Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer 
      Office: 508-236-8013
      Email: Media@SturdyHealth.org