What's The Risk Of Catching COVID-19 If I Go To An Urgent Care?

The video addresses concerns about visiting ER or urgent care during medical emergencies amidst COVID-19. Experts suggest that while the risk of contracting COVID-19 in these settings is high, healthcare facilities are implementing safety measures like masking. They emphasize not avoiding necessary medical visits. The ER is noted as highly contaminated due to potential COVID-19 patients, and urgent care centers are seeing many with respiratory symptoms for testing. Viewers are encouraged to submit questions to Newsy.

What is the primary concern when visiting an ER or urgent care during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Long waiting times

• Inadequate medical equipment

• High risk of contracting COVID-19

• Lack of medical staff

What precaution is commonly enforced in healthcare facilities to prevent the spread of COVID-19?

• Temperature checks

• Social distancing

• Hand sanitizing stations

• Mandatory masking

Why should individuals not avoid going to the hospital if needed?

• Hospitals are less crowded now

• Healthcare workers are trained to keep patients safe

• Hospitals offer free services

• COVID-19 is no longer a threat

Which area is considered the most contaminated in terms of potential COVID-19 exposure?

• Dental offices

• Pharmacies

• ERs

• Outpatient clinics

What type of symptoms are leading people to visit urgent care centers?

• Dermatological symptoms

• Neurological symptoms

• Respiratory symptoms

• Gastrointestinal symptoms