Symptoms of COVID-19
The symptoms are very similar to symptoms of other illnesses, such as colds and flu. COVID-19 symptoms can include but are not limited to: a high temperature, continuous cough, tiredness, and shortness of breath.
If you have COVID-19 you should try to stay at home. You should not visit vulnerable people, for example, visiting loved ones in hospitals or care homes.
Most people cannot get free COVID-19 tests. You can buy tests in shops but you cannot report the result to the NHS.
Eligible groups can get vaccinated against COVID-19 by the NHS.
Most people feel better within a few weeks, but it can take longer to recover.
For some people, it can be a more serious illness and their symptoms can last longer. This is called Long Covid.
Long Covid Support is a registered charity set up by and for people with Long Covid and their carers who provide information, support, and advocacy for people with Long Covid.