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== Primary Information ==
<big>[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html What to do if you are sick]</big> 
* '''Georgia COVID-19 hotline: 1-844-442-2681'''
* Georgians with questions or concerns about the coronavirus may call this hotline.

== IF YOU NEED TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL ==

<big>'''DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL 911!''' - it is still the best way to get you to help ASAP!</big><br/>

* [https://nobodyisdisposable.org/know-your-rights/ Know Your Rights Guide to Surviving COVID-19 Triage Protocols] - All the information for making sure you receive the best care possible and are prepared if an emergency strikes

'''Visit the following links to search for free or reduced-cost clinics or health centers in your area:'''
* [https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov US Dept of Health & Human Resources: Find a Health Center]
* [https://www.nafcclinics.org/find-clinic National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics]

==Preparation for Illness==
 * [https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-to-put-in-a-covid-19-emergency-home-care-kit-11585861195 What to Put in a Covid-19 Emergency Home-Care Kit]
* [https://thewirecutter.com/blog/coronavirus-pulse-oximeter/ What Is a Pulse Oximeter, and Should You Buy One for Coronavirus?]
* [https://nobodyisdisposable.org/know-your-rights/#whattodo WHAT TO DO BEFORE NEEDING TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL]
** includes Power of Attorney, Living Wills, DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) Orders, how to compassionately deal with health care workers

==Caring for Yourself==

* [https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html CDC: Steps to Take When You Are Sick]
* [https://elemental.medium.com/from-infection-to-recovery-how-long-it-lasts-199e266fd018 From Infection to Recovery: How Long It Lasts]
* [https://www.self.com/story/chronic-illness-coronavirus  Dealing With Coronavirus Concerns With Underlying Health Conditions]

== Caring for Someone Else who is sick ==
* [https://thewirecutter.com/blog/coronavirus-care-at-home/?utm_campaign=DailyDeals&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=WorkFromHome How to properly care for a sick person at home]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAjLdCPIgY0&fbclid=IwAR3yo9S5-UW9IRw85w82wb-1doKaZIPH26jdaFXptgOFXAVoJ1-Rih-VuZk Dr. John Campbell gives advice on how to care for someone ill with COVID-19]


== Your Pets & COVID-19 ==
* [[Healthcare/Pets]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLisinoNyEN6IjHnx4V2S-KAyImnL6WXnu VCA Animal Hospitals: Your Pet and COVID-19 FAQs Video Series]




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