How can I tell if it is COVID-19, the flu, or a cold?
If you are feeling any of these symptoms, the first step is to self-test with a COVID-19 antigen test. These can be found at a number of locations around campus, and also in the lobby of Dick's House. If your test is positive, please let our nurses know, and follow the campus isolation guidelines.
A negative test is reassuring, but you might still have a COVID-19 infection. It is good practice to take measures to avoid spreading your illness.
If you do not have COVID-19, you might be asking...
coldvsflu-600px-update.jpg

coldvsflu-600px-update.jpg

It can sometimes be difficult to tell, but the chart above can help you decide. If you would like more guidance, you can always call the nurses at Dick's House at 603-646-9440.
WHAT DO I DO IF I THINK I HAVE THE FLU?
Where can I get a FREE Flu shot on campus?
What to know about the Flu at Dartmouth
Still looking for more information about the flu? Here is the CDC page
BUT WAIT...WHAT DO I DO IF I THINK I HAVE A COLD?
Most people with a cold have mild illness and do not need medical care or antiviral drugs. The "common cold" is very common on campus, particularly in Fall and Winter terms. If you get sick with cold symptoms, in most cases, you should stay away from others as much as practical to keep from infecting them. Wear a facemask as much as possible, and cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue. Wash your hands often to keep from spreading your cold to others. Stay hydrated and get plenty of rest.