Little Rock

Common Cold

Flu

COVID-19

Virus/Cause

Rhinovirus

Spread by human contact

Influenza Virus

Spread by human contact

Novel Coronavirus

Spread by human contact

Common Symptoms

Cough, headache, runny/stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat

Fever, fatigue, muscle aches/pains, cough (usually dry), headache, runny/stuffy nose, sore throat, upset stomach, especially in kids

Loss of taste/smell, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, fever, fatigue, cough, muscle aches/pains, runny/stuffy nose, sore throat, diarrhea

Most at Risk for Serious Illness

Immunocompromised

Young kids, adults 65+ pregnant women, immunocompromised, those with underlying health conditions

Older adults 50+, immunocompromised, those with underlying health conditions

Diagnosis

Does not require a doctor’s diagnosis

Doctor can diagnose with at swab test

Doctor can diagnose with at swab test

Treatment

Over the counter meds

Over the counter meds and prescribed antivirals

Over the counter meds recommended by your doctor

Prevention

Wash hands often.

Avoid people who are sick

Avoid touching your face.

Get your flu shot!

Wash hands often.

Avoid people who are sick

Avoid touching your face.

Wear a mask.

Stay 6 ft. from others.

Wash hands often.

Avoid people who are sick

Avoid touching your face.