iCare wants to partner with you to make sure that you know the best ways to stay protected from Coronavirus (COVID-19).
By Mary Ellen Benzik, MD Updated May 3, 2021
What is COVID-19? This is a new virus that spreads from person to person and causes respiratory illness.
YOU CAN MAKE OTHERS SICK Even if you don’t feel sick, you can pass the virus to your parents, grandparents, and other family members who can get very ill. These are the best ways to protect yourself and others from getting sick.
WATCH FOR SYMPTOMS Fever (100.4° or higher) • Cough • Shortness of breath WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS Stay home, call your provider and report your symptoms. The clinic will give you instructions. Call 911 if you have difficulty breathing, chest pain or confusion.
WHO IS AT HIGH RISK OF GETTING VERY SICK? YOU ARE! THERE IS NO CURE OR VACCINE FOR COVID-19.
Check out these great resources for more information:
Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Wisconsin Department of Health Services: ttps://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/disease/covid-19.htm
This site by the CDC makes it easy to find COVID-19 vaccine sites near where you live.
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel has compiled a list of hotlines, websites, phone numbers and other resources to find where the COVID vaccine is available and how you can sign up!
We care about our Members! The Who, What, When, Where and Why about the vaccine so you are informed.
iCare’s FREE 24 hour Nurse Line is available and ready to answer your COVID-19 questions and assess your symptoms. Call 1-800-679-9874.
Call iCare Customer Service at 1-800-777-4376 (TTY: 711) if you:
H2237_IC2408_C Last Updated 2/23/21
Mary Ellen Benzik, MD
Dr. Benzik is the iCare Chief Medical Officer.
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