Covid or Flu?

You cannot tell the difference between flu and COVID-19 by the symptoms alone because they have some of the same signs and symptoms. Specific testing is needed to tell what the illness is and to confirm a diagnosis - CDC

Covid or Flu?
Covid or Flu?

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