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During pregnancy

During pregnancy

Get tested for COVID-19 and stay home for any cold or flu-like symptoms

Take these precautions for a sore throat, cough, fever, or other cold or flu-like symptoms – even if they’re mild. If you have symptoms, find out more about choosing a COVID-19 test.

If you test positive for COVID-19 and have symptoms (even if they’re mild) that started within 5 days, you may be eligible for COVID-19 treatment, such as Paxlovid.

Early treatment with antiviral medication for flu

If you're pregnant and have been diagnosed with flu, we may recommend early treatment with antiviral medication (Tamiflu or Relenza) as soon as you start to feel sick or have been exposed to the flu. This medication may make flu symptoms milder, help you feel better faster, and prevent flu-related complications. Tamiflu and Relenza are safe to use during pregnancy.

Don’t ignore these symptoms. Call our 24/7 Appointment and Advice Call Center at 1-866-454-8855 now if you have:
  • Been exposed to the flu in the past 4 days.
  • Flu symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headaches, chills, or fatigue.

Care for your symptoms

These recommendations will help you care for your cold, flu, and some COVID-19 symptoms.

Fever, chills, body aches

Runny, stuffy nose

Cough

Sore throat

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Have a chronic condition? Symptoms not to ignore

People with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, kidney or liver disorders, or a weakened immune system have a greater chance of developing complications and being hospitalized for respiratory illnesses.
When to contact us

Don't ignore these symptoms. Call our 24/7 Appointment and Advice Call Center at 1-866-454-8855 or schedule a video or phone appointment now if:

  • You have asthma, other lung conditions, or a heart problem, and a cough for 7 or more days.
  • You have difficulty breathing.
  • You're worried or have questions.