Compare symptoms, spot key differences, and get the care you need this season.
Quickly compare key differences side by side to help recognize what you might be experiencing.
Symptom Onset
Sudden (Strikes abruptly within 1–4 days)
Gradual (Appears 2–14 days after exposure)
Common Symptoms
Fever, severe body aches, dry cough, severe fatigue, headache
Fever, body aches, dry cough, fatigue, headache
Distinct Symptoms
Sore throat, runny or stuffy nose
Loss of taste or smell, shortness of breath, chest pressure
Gastrointestinal
Rare in adults (more common in children)
Can occur (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
Typical Duration
7 to 10 days
7 to 14+ days
Best Defense
Annual Flu Vaccine
Up-to-Date COVID-19 Vaccine
Shortness of breath, chest pressure, and loss of taste/smell are key markers for COVID-19 and are rarely caused by the flu.
Flu symptoms tend to hit all at once like a "wall," whereas COVID-19 symptoms often develop slowly over a few days.
Stay home, isolate from high-risk individuals, and contact your PharmaChoice pharmacist if you need advice on managing symptoms.
An annual flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine significantly lower your risk of severe illness and help protect vulnerable family and community members.
Scrub hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds after being in public spaces, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap isn't available.
Keep your immune system strong through balanced nutrition, daily movement, adequate sleep, and staying hydrated throughout the day.
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