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What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

COVID-19 symptoms

Some of the symptoms of COVID-19 can be similar to cold and flu symptoms. These include:

  • a cough
  • shortness of breath
  • sore throat
  • a high temperature (at least 38°C)
  • sneezing and runny nose
  • temporary loss of smell 

Keep in mind that just because you have these symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean you have COVID-19.

If you have any questions, you can call the Healthline free on 0800 358 5453 (for international SIMs +64 9 358 5453). It is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will be able to speak with a member of the National Telehealth Service with access to interpreters.

Find out how to be tested to COVID-19 within the MidCentral DHB region

Learn more about how COVID-19 spreads (external website)

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Have questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or need help, information or advice about COVID-19, self-isolation and more, you can call the national health line on 0800 358 5453 (for international SIMs +64 9 358 5453).

It is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will be able to talk with a member of the National Telehealth Service with access to interpreters.

Not sure if you should attend your appointment?

If you have an upcoming appointment or elective surgery at any MidCentral DHB facility, and you’re not sure if you should attend, please call the Palmerston North Hospital switchboard on 06 356 9169 and ask to be put through to the area your appointment is in.

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