Congestion. Aches. Fatigue. I suspected a head cold, at first, as I was largely functional, requiring a rest from time to time. And then my throat got sore and I had headaches. A flu?
It was flu season, after all, with people being urged to get the latest shot, along with the updated COVID inoculation. I was hoping to get my shots as soon as possible when I fell ill.
Three tests, all negative.
As the week progressed, I actually started to feel better. I returned to work, though the fatigue was still there and I had to stop, every once and a while, and lie down. But then I awoke, finding that whatever got ahold of me has spread from my head to my chest, with each breath burning my lungs. A cough had also developed, and so I took more time off work to rest.
Whether I have a flu bug or my third round of COVID, which is giving the tests a false negative, one thing is certain. We need to return to diligence to stop the spread of whatever is going around.
Wear a mask when you're in public. Stay home when you feel unwell. And get your shots.
I'm not going to take any more tests. I'm going to assume that I either have COVID or the flu. I'm encouraging DW to avoid being in public but when she is, to wear a mask.
Bugs abound. Let's make sure they don't stick around.
Be well.
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