If You Think You’ve Been Exposed To COVID-19

  • Get tested  
  • Isolate yourself
  • If you start experiencing COVID symptoms
    • Call your doctor to discuss your symptoms. If you need to go in, they will be prepared for you.
    • If you don’t have a doctor, please call one of these numbers to be referred to a physician
    • If you prefer, you can get tested without an appointment at any of our Baptist Minor Medical locations.
    • If your symptoms are considered mild, staying at home is the safest option.
    • If your symptoms are severe, call 911, or call your nearest emergency room first, then go there.

What to expect after your COVID-19 test

If you have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your results, here’s what you need to know.
Tested Patient - English (PDF 72 KB) | Tested Patient - Spanish (PDF 82 KB)

Coronavirus Symptoms

  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Chills
  • Repeated shaking with chills (rigors)
  • Muscle pain
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • New onset fatigue
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Sore throat

Symptoms usually start 2-9 days after exposure. If you experience any of these symptoms, please isolate yourself and get tested.

Coronavirus Resources

For more information on COVID-19 and Baptist's response, please visit our Coronavirus Resource Center.