What should you do if you think you're sick or you have pain?
Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19 or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your Clinicas provider first before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. Contacting us in advance will make sure that people can get the care they need without putting others at risk. Call (805) 647-6353 for an assessment or a telephone consultation.
What should you do if you have a non-urgent appointment at Clinicas?
Non-urgent or preventive services may be rescheduled to a later date. Our patients with the above COVID-19 symptoms or people with a dental emergency will be seen at our clinic sites. If your appointment gets rescheduled, you will receive a call at a later date to reschedule your visit.
What is Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Coronaviruses are a large group of viruses that are common among animals and humans. This novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is a newly discovered coronavirus that has not been previously detected in animals or humans. The source of this virus is not yet known.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
Typically, human coronaviruses cause mild-to-moderate respiratory illness. Symptoms are very similar to the flu, including:
COVID-19 can cause more severe respiratory illness.
Who is at Higher Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19?
Early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes:
If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or health condition, it is important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease, including:
It is also important that you listen to public health officials who may recommend community actions to reduce potential exposure to COVID-19, especially if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.
For more information on COVID-19:
SOURCE: California Department of Public Health and CDCR