When to Seek Medical Attention Emergency Warning Signs:
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.
Look for emergency warning signs* for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately:
Trouble breathing
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
New confusion
Inability to wake or stay awake
Bluish lips or face
If you see these symptoms, immediately call 911
If driving for care, call ahead
Self-Checker Tool
Use the CDC’s Self-Checker Tool to help you make decisions about seeking appropriate medical care.
Key Prep List
If you are sick or are taking care of someone at home who is sick, please have this ready. Also see our guide on home care.
Watch for warning signs
- Have their doctor’s phone number on hand.
- Use the Self-checker tool above to help you make decisions about seeking appropriate medical care.
- Call their doctor if the person keeps getting sicker. For medical emergencies, call 911 and tell the dispatcher that the person has or might have COVID-19.
Isolation Calculator
A new tool to help determine how long you need to isolate, quarantine and take other steps to prevent the spreading of Covid-19.