GENERAL20 Sept 2026
Does my child have Covid-19 or a cold? How to tell the difference
Covid-19, flu, respiratory syncytial virus and the common cold all peak in fall and winter, and they start with very similar symptoms, so telling them apart can be tricky. Covid-19 tends to last longer and can bring stomach problems like vomiting or diarrhoea. If your child is sick, keeping them home helps recovery and protects classmates and school staff.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Covid-19, flu, respiratory syncytial virus and the common cold spread easily and often begin with similar symptoms, which makes them hard to tell apart.
- Covid-19 symptoms usually last 7 to 14 days, with some lasting three to four weeks, and stomach problems like vomiting and diarrhoea are not seen with the common cold.
- Common colds are generally mild and usually improve on their own within about 7 to 10 days.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your child has a cough, runny nose or sore throat, consider keeping them home so they recover and do not pass the illness to classmates or school staff, and check with a doctor if you are unsure.
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