I Had The Coronavirus, Now What?

It’s unclear exactly how many people have already contracted and recovered from COVID-19, but what is clear is that navigating life after surviving the virus is new territory for everyone.

What to do if I had the Coronavirus?

Once your symptoms have faded, you’ve quarantined and tested negative, it’s time to figure out what comes next. Keep reading to learn a few things you need to remember if you had the coronavirus and are recovering.

Note: Consult your physician before taking any online advice, changing your routine, or breaking quarantine.

Continue to ‘Mask Up’

It’s a common myth that once you’ve contracted the coronavirus, you can’t contract it again. This has to lead many people to question whether they need to continue to wear a mask after recovering from the virus. The answer is yes.

There are a number of reasons why you should continue to mask up. First, there is evidence to suggest that not all COVID-19 survivors develop sufficient antibodies after contracting the virus.

As a result, they may be able to catch the virus again, even if they have already recovered from it in the past.

In some cases, an individual may not have symptoms the second time, but can still spread the virus to others.

That’s why it’s important to continue wearing an effective, safe mask like these black KN95 face masks from Green Supply.

Many local and state governments have also passed laws requiring individuals to wear masks in public. Even if you have been vaccinated, you’ll need to continue to wear a face mask in order to follow the law.

Keep Following Stay-at-Home Orders and Social Distancing Guidelines

Much like continuing to wear face masks, you’ll also need to continue to follow any stay-at-home orders or social distancing guidelines required in your area.

This will not only help you follow any new laws but will also help set others around you at ease.

While you may still need to stay home and continue working or learning remotely, you can now do so with a little less stress knowing that you survived the virus.

Call Your Loved Ones

Everyone reacts to the virus differently, but hearing from someone who made it through may help give others around your hope.

Calling your loved ones to tell them about your experience can help you mentally, and may give them hope amid the never-ending negative press about the virus.

Regular phone or video calls is also a great way to boost spirits and reduce stress while under stay-at-home orders.

Consider Joining a Local Study

Many universities and hospitals are performing tests and studies to learn more about COVID-19. If you have recovered from the virus and are willing, you can inquire after local studies that you may be able to participate in.

These clinical trials are a chance to help doctors and researchers learn more about this dangerous pandemic, and perhaps contribute to their search for vaccines and methods for preventing future outbreaks.

Be sure to reach out for more information about individual trials and studies so that you fully understand what you will need to do while participating.

Wrap-Up

While you may have recovered from COVID-19, life can’t go back to normal just yet. You’ll need to continue wearing masks, practicing social distancing, and following stay-at-home orders.

But you also have a chance to offer hope to loved ones and perhaps participate in studies and clinical trials to further research.