FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — State officials are urging residents to stay informed in one Middlesex County city after a reported rise in COVID-19 cases.
The City of Framingham announced on Friday they’re seeing an uptick in COVID-19, influenza, and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) cases.
COVID-19 has a range of symptoms spanning from mild to severe that could appear 2-14 days after exposure, according to city health officials. The symptoms include fever or chills, cough, fatigue, loss of taste or smell, and body aches. Older adults and those with prior health conditions may be more likely to experience severe symptoms.
Similarly, RSV symptoms usually show up about 4-6 days after exposure and may feel like a mild cold. In severe cases, officials say RSV can escalate to pneumonia or bronchiolitis.
If you feel sick, you’re urged to stay home to avoid spreading the virus and to contact your primary care doctor if symptoms become worse.
As of August 9, there were 1,377 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth and 2 new confirmed deaths from the disease. State statistics for COVID-19 can be found here.
“Stay vigilant, stay safe, and prioritize your health,” the City of Framingham wrote in a social media post.
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