What to Do If You’ve Been Around Someone Who Is Sick
Being around someone who’s sick whether it’s a friend, coworker, or family member can be worrying. At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, we want you to feel confident about what to do next to protect yourself and those you care about.
Top Tips After Being Exposed to Illness
1. Wash Your Hands Often
Use soap and water or hand sanitizer, especially after contact with the sick person or shared surfaces.
2. Avoid Touching Your Face
Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose, and mouth to help block germs from entering your body.
3. Clean & Disinfect
Wipe down doorknobs, light switches, phones, and other shared items regularly.
4. Keep Your Distance
Try to stay at least six feet away from anyone who’s sick, and avoid sharing personal items like drinks, towels, or utensils.
5. Watch for Symptoms
Monitor yourself for signs of illness such as fever, cough, sore throat, or fatigue. Some illnesses can take a few days to show up.
6. Boost Your Immune System
Eat nutritious foods, stay hydrated, and get plenty of rest.
Should You Visit Urgent Care?
If you start feeling under the weather even if your symptoms are mild visit HealthCARE Express Urgent Care. Early care can help you recover faster and prevent spreading illness to others.
Not sure if you’re sick yet? We also offer wellness checks and advice on illness prevention. It’s always better to check in early, especially if you have underlying health conditions or work in healthcare, education, or with vulnerable groups.
When to Seek Immediate Care
- High fever
- Trouble breathing
- Severe sore throat or persistent cough
- Symptoms that get worse quickly
- COVID like symptoms
Our clinics across Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana are here to help you feel better, faster.
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