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Dear NP,

What does COVID-19 do to the body? What are the symptoms of COVID-19? J. R.

Dear J. R.,

It’s safe to say that COVID-19, a novel coronavirus, is on everybody’s mind. Knowledge is power in times of fear, so it’s critically important that you educate yourself on what the coronavirus actually does to the body so you can recognize its symptoms in yourself and your loved ones.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

According to the CDC, the symptoms of COVID-19 mainly include fever, cough and shortness of breath. These symptoms can later evolve into severe difficulty breathing, persistent chest...