We know you may be concerned about the outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and its implications for the health of you and your loved ones. Your safety and well-being are our top priority.
COVID-19 Nurse Line
800-926-8273
8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 7 days a week
For UC San Diego Health patients with fever or respiratory symptoms.
Nurse Line Details
Appointments
Several new measures will help us reduce person-to-person contact, including expanded use of video visits, pre-appointment screening and rescheduling of some routine appointments.
Appointment Information
Visitor Restrictions
New restrictions on visitors are intended to reduce health risks for everyone. We are also screening all visitors and patients for COVID-19-related symptoms before they enter hospitals and clinics.
Visitor Information
We Are Prepared
We've made certain changes so that we're ready for an increase in patients who need specialized care for COVID-19. See the steps we've taken to be prepared to care for our community.
See What's Changed
Latest Updates
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How You Can Help
Join us in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. We are accepting contributions of personal protective equipment (PPE), supplies, food and items for caregivers, as well as cash donations.
How to Donate
Symptoms and Diagnosis
COVID-19 is the disease caused by a novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause respiratory illnesses, like the common cold and pneumonia. Learn more about
coronaviruses.
COVID-19: What You Should Know
Most people infected with the novel coronavirus have mild to moderate cold and flu-like symptoms, including:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Recent loss of taste or smell
Some people, often those with other medical complications, may develop more severe respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia. Other people could be asymptomatic. This means they are infected with the novel coronavirus, but have no symptoms. These people can still transmit the disease.
Are My Symptoms Related to COVID-19?
The respiratory symptoms of COVID-19 typically appear an average of 5-6 days after exposure, but may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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