Here's what to do if you catch COVID-19 in 2024!

Here's what to do if you catch COVID-19 in 2024!

The first thing to do if you are infected with COVID-19 is to check your symptoms. Various symptoms may appear, such as fever, cough, sore throat, headache, and fatigue, or you may be asymptomatic. If symptoms appear or you receive a diagnosis, immediately enter self-isolation to minimize contact with those around you. Self-isolation usually lasts for at least 5 to 7 days and should continue until symptoms disappear.

If you suspect or think you have been infected with COVID-19, please contact your local health center or hospital for consultation by phone. Especially if you are in a high-risk group (elderly, people with underlying health conditions, or those with weakened immune systems), prompt medical consultation is even more necessary. Confirm your diagnosis through testing, and receive the necessary treatment based on the results.

Most COVID-19 patients can manage their symptoms at home and recover. Adequate rest and hydration are important, and antipyretics or pain relievers can be used if necessary. If symptoms worsen or severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing or chest pain occur, immediately transfer to a hospital or seek emergency medical services.

If you have tested positive for COVID-19, you must inform the people you have recently come into contact with. This will help them get tested early and self-isolate, which is important to prevent further transmission.

If symptoms improve and the self-isolation period has been completed, you can return to normal life according to the doctor's instructions. However, since the virus may remain in the body for a certain period after infection, basic preventive measures such as wearing a mask should still be followed even after returning.

Even if you have had COVID-19 before, getting vaccinated is still important to prevent reinfection. Follow the recommended vaccination schedule, and be sure to get any additional doses if needed.