COVID-19 Symptoms

The symptoms of COVID-19 are like common illnesses such as a cold or influenza. You may have one or more of the following:

• Fever (at least 38˚ C)
• New or worsening cough
• Sore throat
• Shortness of breath
• Sneezing and runny nose
• Temporary loss of smell or altered sense of taste

Symptoms tend to arise after 5 days but can take up to 14 days to show after a person has been infected. The virus can be passed onto others before they know they have it - from up to two days before the symptoms appear. 

If you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19, contact Healthline 0800 358 5453 or your doctor to find out if you need a test.