Feeling sick?
- Stay home and wear a well-fitted mask if you will be around others.
- Do not go to class, work or other public spaces.
- Let your instructor and/or supervisor know and follow your typical call off procedures.
- Do not test at Jesse Owens North or a regional asymptomatic location.
If you are a student..
- Stay home and wear a well-fitted mask if you will be around others.
- Do not go to class, work or other public settings.
- Let your instructor or supervisor know that you are not feeling well.
- If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, schedule a test at Student Health Services using My BuckMD or through your primary care provider, depending on your insurance plan.
- Do not test at Jesse Owens North or a regional asymptomatic location.
- Act as if you are positive until you receive a negative test.
If you are an employee...
- Stay home and wear a well-fitted mask if you will be around others.
- Do not go to work. Let your supervisor know or follow your typical call off procedures.
- If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, schedule a test at a symptomatic testing location such as the Wexner Medical Center drive-through location in the CAS (Chemical Abstracts) parking garage, 2540 Olentangy River Road. Appointments can be scheduled through MyChart.
- Act as if you are positive until you receive a negative test.
Symptoms of COVID-19
- A fever of 100°F or higher
- Respiratory symptoms, such as dry cough or shortness of breath
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Muscle or body ache
- Chills
- Loss of taste or smell
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. Keep in mind, many people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms and are able to recover at home.
Ohio State News
Read more about resources and guidance for individuals who feel sick in this Ohio State News story.