+ What is COVID-19?

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness.

The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is to be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by washing your hands or using an alcohol based rub frequently and not touching your face.

+ What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Infected people have had a wide range of symptoms reported – from mild symptoms to severe illness.

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea

+ What kind of COVID-19 testing do you offer?

We can provide COVID-19 Rapid Antigen and Antibody Testing, Results, and Treatment.

+ Do you offer any at home COVID-19 treatment?

Yes, we provide at home COVID-19 treatments in the Miami and Hollywood, Florida area.

+ Can I really get the vaccine from home?

Yes, we can send a licensed medical provider to vaccinate you from the comfort of your home.

+ How do I know the vaccine is safe?

The FDA has analyzed the safety of the Pfizer vaccine and its effectiveness on people aged 16 and older. They have found "no specific safety concerns" that would preclude the vaccine's use. They have also analyzed the safety of the Moderna vaccine and its effectiveness on people aged 18 or older. They made recommendations about vaccine safety to the larger FDA panel. Some mild to moderate side effects are common of all vaccines—mostly swelling, pain, redness at the injection site, fatigue, and sometimes a fever that resolves within about 24 hours. In rare cases, some patients have experienced symptoms of anaphylaxis. All vaccinated patients are monitored for signs of this and treated should it occur.

+ How long does the vaccine take to work?

The vaccine is most effective 1 week after your second dose. You still may get some protection 2-3 weeks after your first dose but you really need that second dose to get the most protection from COVID-19.

+ How will I feel the next day?

A common side effect of the first vaccome is soreness of the muscle at the local injection site. With the second dose, about 20% of patients may develop side effects like body aches, chills, and feverishness which typically last a day or less and are treated with acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

+ Which vaccine will I receive?

+ How Much does the vaccine cost?

+ What happens if I miss the second dose?

You would not be as well protected against the virus. Guidelines are still unclear on what providers should do if someone is late or misses their second dose.