Who can I call with business-related coronavirus disease questions in New Jersey?

If you have business-related coronavirus questions, you are welcome to call the New Jersey Business Action Center (8am–5pm ET) at 1-800-JERSEY-7 or visit business.nj.gov.

Who is eligible for COVID-19 vaccine in New Jersey?

Everyone 5 years or older is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine in New Jersey and encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible. All adults (18 and older) are eligible for the two-dose Pfizer, two-dose Moderna or one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccines.

What is the New Jersey hotline number on the coronavirus?

If you have a non-business coronavirus inquiry, please call the NJ Coronavirus & Poison Center Hotline at 1-800-222-1222 or visit nj.gov/health.

Is COVID-19 testing free in New Jersey?

COVID-19 testing and treatment is available to everyone in New Jersey regardless of their insurance or immigration status.

Can anyone in New Jersey be tested for COVID-19?

COVID-19 testing and treatment is available to everyone in New Jersey regardless of their insurance or immigration status.

Who is eligible for additional COVID-19 vaccine?

• Been receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
• Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
• Advanced or untreated HIV infection
• Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response

Does CVS offer COVID-19 testing?

CVS provides laboratory-based nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) and rapid point-of-care (POC) testing at no cost to consumers at over 700 locations in 44 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. Locations include community testing sites and some CVS pharmacies.

What is the cost of the COVID-19 vaccine in the United States?

COVID-19 Vaccine is Provided at 100% No Cost to Recipients

When do you get the second Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 shot?

It is recommended that individuals get their second dose as close to the recommended date as possible:

• For Pfizer: 21 days after first dose.
• For Moderna: 28 days after first dose.

How long does it take for COVID-19 symptoms to appear?

Symptoms usually appear 2 to 6 days after exposure to the virus. However, it sometimes takes longer — up to 14 days

How long after infection can COVID-19 symptoms appear?

Not everyone who catches SARS-CoV-2 will notice symptoms. If you do get them, they may show up 2 to 14 days after your infection. And those symptoms can vary from one person to the next.

What is the difference between a COVID-19 rapid Point-of-Care test and a self-test?

Rapid Point-of-Care tests, test performed or interpreted by someone other than the individual being tested, can be performed in minutes and can include antigen and some NAATs. Self-tests are rapid tests that can be taken at home or anywhere, are easy to use, and produce rapid results.

What are some of the first symptoms of COVID-19?

Early symptoms reported by some people include fatigue, headache, sore throat or fever. Others experience a loss of smell or taste. COVID-19 can cause symptoms that are mild at first, but then become more intense over five to seven days, with worsening cough and shortness of breath.

What are some of the symptoms of COVID-19?

• Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, nasal congestion or rhinorrhea, vomiting or diarrhea, and skin rashes.

How long can COVID-19 stay aerosolized?

Under experimental conditions, researchers found that the COVID-19 virus stayed viable in the air for three hours. The researchers estimate that in most real-world situations, the virus would remain suspended in the air for about 30 minutes, before settling onto surfaces.

What do I do if I have mild symptoms of COVID-19?

If you have milder symptoms like a fever, shortness of breath, or coughing: Stay home unless you need medical care. If you do need to go in, call your doctor or hospital first for guidance. Tell your doctor about your illness.

Can the COVID-19 virus be spread through food?

Coronaviruses are generally thought to be spread from person-to-person through respiratory droplets. Currently there is no evidence to support transmission of COVID-19 associated with food.
Before preparing or eating food it is important to always wash your hands with soap for 20 seconds for general food safety.

Can I have COVID-19 if I have fever?

If you have a fever, cough or other symptoms, you might have COVID-19.

Can I stay at home to recover if I have only mild symptoms of COVID-19?

Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas.

Should I go to the hospital if I have mild COVID-19 symptoms?

Mild COVID-19 cases still can make you feel lousy. But you should be able to rest at home and recover fully without a trip to the hospital.

What medication can I take to reduce the symptoms of COVID-19?

In general, taking acetaminophen (Tylenol), naproxen (Aleve) ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) can help lower fevers, help manage muscle aches and body pains and make the course of the illness a little bit more tolerable.

How long do I need to stay in isolation if I have symptoms of COVID-19 but my symptoms are better?

If you continue to have fever or your other symptoms have not improved after 5 days of isolation, you should wait to end your isolation until you are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication and your other symptoms have improved.