Updated
Updated · Daily Kos · Jun 22
Author Schedules Urgent Care After 2 Positive COVID-19 Tests
Updated
Updated · Daily Kos · Jun 22

Author Schedules Urgent Care After 2 Positive COVID-19 Tests

1 articles · Updated · Daily Kos · Jun 22

Summary

  • Urgent care was booked for tomorrow morning after the author tested positive for COVID-19 again and chose not to wait for a same-day primary-care slot.
  • 2 positive tests followed a sudden onset of sore throat, body aches, headache and fever; the author reported no coughing or chest pain.
  • A doctor's office had advised calling back early the next day because symptoms did not appear life-threatening, with antiviral medication possible if a same-day appointment opened.
  • AHCCCS Medicaid coverage in Arizona may affect access to antiviral treatment, while the author said boosters had been taken when available and a pharmacy now has updated shots.

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