Let’s start with COVID as new variant, JN.1, is spreading across the country and abroad. COVID manifests with a range of symptoms that can vary in severity. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath, often resembling those of the flu or common cold. However, individuals infected with the COVID virus may experience fatigue, body aches, headaches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, and congestion additionally. Gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea can also occur. Some cases progress to severe respiratory symptoms, marked by difficulty breathing or persistent chest pain.
