Since 2020, COVID-19 tests have become a common necessity for many people. Now, whether you’re testing as a precaution before an event or traveling or if you’re testing after a possible exposure, it’s clear that COVID testing has improved vastly since the start of the pandemic. At EmergentCare2Go in Dallas, TX, we’ve taken advantage of these improvements by continuing to offer you COVID-19 testing options at our location.

Getting your COVID-19 vaccination is a crucial step in protecting yourself and your community from the virus. However, even after getting vaccinated, it is still important to remain diligent in taking precautions against the virus. In this blog, we will share four reasons why you should continue to take COVID-19 seriously even after being vaccinated. If you are interested in getting vaccinated or getting a COVID test, Emergentcare2Go is can help with no appointment required — contact us today. appointment required — contact us today.

If the coronavirus pandemic resulted in canceled travel plans recently, you likely have the urge to get out and explore again, especially with many restrictions being lifted. But before you book your next trip, it's important to know the latest updates on travel requirements - including testing and vaccination requirements - as these continue to evolve.

At Emergentcare2Go, we want to make sure you have all the information you need before you travel, which is why we've put together this blog post sharing everything you need to know about the updated COVID travel requirements.

In this era of pandemics, it is more important than ever to have a reliable and affordable source for same-day and rapid COVID-19 testing. EmergentCare2Go is committed to providing just that. We offer same-day and rapid COVID tests at our clinic locations throughout Dallas. In this blog, we'll share four great reasons why you should choose EmergentCare2Go for your COVID testing needs.

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.

The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes, so it’s important that you also practice respiratory etiquette (for example, by coughing into a flexed elbow).

To prevent infection and to slow transmission of COVID-19, do the following:

• Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub.
• Maintain at least 1 metre distance between you and people coughing or sneezing.
• Avoid touching your face.
• Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
• Stay home if you feel unwell.
• Refrain from smoking and other activities that weaken the lungs.
• Practice physical distancing by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from large groups of people.

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate illness and recover without hospitalization.

Most common symptoms:

• fever.
• dry cough.
• tiredness.

Less common symptoms:

• aches and pains.
• sore throat.
• diarrhoea.
• conjunctivitis.
• headache.
• loss of taste or smell.
• a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes.

Serious symptoms:

• difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
• chest pain or pressure.
• loss of speech or movement.

Seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms. Always call before visiting your doctor or health facility.

People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should manage their symptoms at home.

On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.