With the recent arrival of COVID-19 virus it has become important for us to recognise cold and flu symptoms and to determine when to contact your doctor for further advice.
Common cold symptoms:
- Runny or blocked nose
- Watery eyes
- Sore throat
- Loss of voice
- Mild cough
- Sneezing
Influenza/virus symptoms:
- Temperature
- Hot/cold chills
- Aching throughout the body/joints
- Shortness of breath
- Severe sore throat
- Headaches
- Tiredness/fatigue
- Chest discomfort when coughing
- Loss of appetite
- Loss of taste and smell
The current government health recommendations is that anyone displaying ANY cold or flu symptoms, even if very mild, should be immediately tested for COVID-19 and self-isolate until the results are known. If any of your cold symptoms become more severe and/or develop further please arrange a phone consult with your GP. For the latest advice regarding COVID-19 please follow this link to the government SA Health website: Public Health Alert
At any time you can always phone your nearest Pro Health Care and ask to speak to the practice nurse to discuss your symptoms.