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COVID-19

Frequently asked questions

About COVID-19

What is COVID-19?

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How can you keep from catching COVID-19?

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How do you treat COVID-19?

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What should you do if you think you have COVID-19?

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Are people who have recovered from COVID-19 immune to it? How do I know if I’ve been reinfected?

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If I have an underlying health condition such as diabetes or moderate to severe asthma, what should I do if I develop fever, cough, or shortness of breath?

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Contact tracing

Does the health department do any contact tracing for COVID-19?

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Children and families

What is the current mask and vaccination guidance for K–12 schools and early childhood education settings?

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Can young children get the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Are there any treatments for children with COVID-19?

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Can I get my mammogram after I get my COVID-19 vaccination? Does the vaccine cause breast cancer?

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Pregnancy

Can pregnant people get the vaccine?

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Is getting sick with COVID-19 while pregnant dangerous for the growing fetus?

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Are babies born to people who had COVID-19 during pregnancy more likely to experience negative effects?

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What is known about COVID-19 and breastfeeding/chestfeeding?

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Masks and businesses

When and where is it recommended to mask?

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Are masks required in schools?

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Are there any settings where masks are still required?

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When can employees who have had COVID-19 or possible COVID-19 return to work safely?

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Getting tested

Who should get tested?

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Where can I get tested in Philadelphia?

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If I previously tested positive, how do I know when I can stop isolating?

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Staying safe

What else can I do to keep from getting sick?

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What should I do if I feel sick?

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When can employees who have had COVID-19 or possible COVID-19 return to work safely?

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Should people with asthma or other breathing problems use masks?

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Vaccines

Why should I get the vaccine?

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How many doses of vaccine will I need?

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How do COVID-19 vaccines work?

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Is there a cost for the vaccine?

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Can children get the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Should I get the vaccine if I recently had COVID-19?

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How long does protection last against COVID-19 if I receive the vaccine?

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How does safety testing for vaccines work and how do we know the vaccine is safe?

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Is the vaccine safe for African Americans? Was the vaccine tested on African Americans?

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Can I get COVID-19 from getting vaccinated?

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What are the possible side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine?

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What happens if someone loses their vaccine card?

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Is COVID-19 vaccination required in Philadelphia?

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Where can I find COVID-19 vaccine data?

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