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Old 25 March 2020, 12:23 PM   #3785
Star Ferry
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I understand that last part. Is there a drive up testing site in your area?

Hopefully it’s nothing wrong COVID-wise, but if your symptoms don’t abate, and your temperature rises, perhaps get tested.


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Originally Posted by kieselguhr View Post
Sharp would be something like a stabbing pain, pressure would be more of an elephant sitting on your chest.

If you have health insurance and you’re not dying, you can go to an urgent care instead of an emergency room.
I called the nearest hospital's COVID-19 hotline, who then referred me to a nurse. They determined I don't qualify for testing, given the limited number of tests. If I had certain preexisting conditions then I would have. I assume age is also a factor. They said if I find myself unable to breathe or am in severe distress/pain should go to an ER...
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