Positive COVID test

If you have tested positive for COVID with a rapid test, follow these instructions:

  • Stay at home and away from others until at least 24 hours after your symptoms have improved and you have not had a fever.

  • Take added precaution over the next 5 days to avoid spreading the virus to others by masking and keeping distance.

    • Detailed Guidance: The updated Respiratory Virus Guidance recommends that people stay home and away from others until at least 24 hours after both their symptoms are getting better overall, and they have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication). Note that depending on the length of symptoms, this period could be shorter, the same, or longer than the previous guidance for COVID-19.

      It is important to note that the guidance doesn’t end with staying home and away from others when sick. The guidance encourages added precaution over the next five days after time at home, away from others, is over. Since some people remain contagious beyond the “stay-at-home” period, a period of added precaution using prevention strategies, such as:

      • Taking more steps for cleaner air;

      • Enhancing hygiene practices;

      • Wearing a well-fitting mask;

      • Keeping a distance from others; and/or

      • Getting tested for respiratory viruses can lower the chance of spreading respiratory viruses to others.

  • Seek medical attention if symptoms significantly worsen, especially if they cause difficulty breathing.

  • If any one has had close contact with you, let them know so they can be tested.

Treatment: If you have any of the following conditions, you may be indicated to receive treatment to lessen the severity of COVID. Contact your primary care provider, urgent care, or online urgent care to obtain a prescription.

  • Age 65+

  • Cancer

  • Chronic kidney disease

  • Chronic liver disease

  • Chronic lung disease (asthma, COPD, CF, etc.)

  • Dementia or other neurological conditions

  • Diabetes

  • Disabilities

  • Heart conditions

  • HIV

  • Immunocompromised condition or weakened immune system

  • Mental health conditions (depression, schizophrenia, etc.)

  • Overweight and obesity (BMI > 25 kg/m2)

  • Physical inactivity

  • Sickle cell disease

  • Smoking, current or former

  • Solid organ or blood stem cell transplant

  • Stroke or cerebrovascular disease

  • Substance use disorder

  • Tuberculosis

If you need documentation: email your name and date of birth to hello@orchardsdrug.com and we’ll send it to you.

The information on this page is informational only. It does not constitute medical advice. For the most up-to-date information, visit the CDC website or contact a healthcare professional.

Questions? Email us at hello@orchardsdrug.com