COVID-19, Flu (Influenza), and Common Cold are respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They all have similar symptoms, including nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, sore throat, and headache. However, fever and body aches are mainly seen with COVID-19 and Influenza. Shortness of breath can be seen with COVID-19 and sometimes with flu, but it’s not a common cold symptom. One symptom that is specific to COVID-19 is loss of taste or smell. It is essential to seek medical care when you have these symptoms, as trying to figure out which virus you may or may not have can be challenging. Contact Bellville Urgent Care Clinic to evaluate your symptoms with COVID-19 and flu tests and for treatment of your illness.