Coronavirus Update: What COVID-19 Does to Your Body

For most people, the symptoms end with a cough and a fever. But for some, the infection gets more severe. About 5 to 8 days after symptoms begin, they have shortness of breath. Here's what to watch out for if you become infected with the new coronavirus.

Trouble viewing this email? View as a Webpage Coronavirus Special What COVID-19 Does to Your Body For most people, the symptoms end with a cough and a fever. But for some, the infection gets more severe. About 5 to 8 days after symptoms begin, they have shortness of breath. Here's what to watch out for if you become infected with the new coronavirus. Read More   Americans Are Moving at 'Pre-Pandemic Levels' Data from people's personal cell phones shows that Americans are moving around at almost the same levels as before the pandemic, according to researchers. Read More   U.S. Infections Likely 10 Times Higher Blood test data analyzed by the CDC suggest that there have been 10 times more coronavirus infections in the U.S. than have been included in official counts. Read More   Building Resilience in Children During COVID-19 We talk with pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris, the surgeon general of California, about how parents can turn this time into an opportunity for growth. Watch Video   COVID-19 Can Start With Neurological Symptoms Headaches, dizziness, strokes, or other neurological symptoms can appear before the more commonly known symptoms of infection. Read More   How to Disinfect Your Keyboard and Mouse While you're sanitizing high-tough areas in your home, don't forget these two items. They can harbor a lot of germs. Read More   Foods High in Vitamin D It's an important part of your body's defense against germs. But you may not get enough if you're older, have dark skin, are obese, or have digestive problems. Read More   Expert Insights What to Do When Others Aren't Social Distancing Exercise Is the Immune System Booster You Need Right Now How Often Should You Wash Your Face Mask? Healthy at Home When to Toss Common Household Items Partner Stretches for Arms and Shoulders Easy Swaps for Common Ingredients ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT WebMD.com   |  Mobile Apps  |  Unsubscribe     You are receiving this message because you registered with WebMD as lrbelle978@gmail.com. If you did not register for WebMD please contact our Customer Care Team WebMD Privacy Policy © 2020 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. WebMD Office of Privacy | 1201 Peachtree Street, NE | Atlanta, GA 30361