COVID-19 Testing and Treatment
COVID-19 Treatment FAQ
If medically eligible, you may be prescribed a COVID-19 antiviral medication such as Paxlovid, which has been shown to lower the risk of serious illness.
At this time, antiviral treatments administered through an I.V. (such as Veklury, also known as Remdesivir) are only available in hospital settings for certain COVID-19 patients requiring hospitalization.
Antiviral oral pills, Molnupiravir (developed by Merck/Ridgeback Biotherapeutics) and Ritonavir (developed by Pfizer), have both been submitted to the FDA for emergency use authorization.
COVID-19 antiviral medication is available by prescription only for adult patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 who receive a positive SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic test result and who have at least one risk factor for developing severe illness.
Coronavirus FAQ
Patients are welcome to walk in for COVID-19 testing and evaluation. No appointment and no prescription required. If preferred, you may schedule your visit at your nearest WellNow center. Keep in mind that COVID-19 symptoms are very similar to those caused by other respiratory infections. You may have a cold, flu or pneumonia, all of which we can treat.
All patients seeking COVID-19 testing and/or care are welcome to walk in, or if preferred may schedule a visit online. No appointment and prescription required. Contactless check-in is available for added safety and convenience. COVID-19’s symptoms mirror other common seasonal respiratory infections such as influenza and pneumonia, which are treatable.
WellNow is increasing the cleaning and sanitization of all facilities in alignment with the CDC to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 and all other illnesses. All patients will be evaluated in a clean, sanitized room; masks are recommended. Patients seeking COVID-19 testing and/or care are welcome to walk in or if preferred, may schedule their visit online.
WellNow Urgent Care currently does not offer the COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 and influenza are caused by two different viruses. However, symptoms are similar, which is why patients who present symptoms may receive flu testing. We will provide COVID-19 testing if necessary.
Currently, we believe COVID-19 is spread like most respiratory illnesses, which is by droplets produced when coughing or sneezing.
According to the National Institutes of Health, COVID-19 can survive on surfaces for lengths of time ranging from several hours to days, depending on the type of surface.
Shortness of breath can feel like:
A tightening sensation in the chest
Not being able to get enough air
Being out of breath
Being suffocated
Having difficulty breathing
Wash your hands thoroughly and often.
Use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water aren’t available.
Don’t touch your face, particularly your eyes, nose and mouth.
Stay home from school or work if possible and avoid unnecessary travel or social outings.
Practice social distancing by staying at least 6 feet away from other people.
Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue and immediately throw the tissue out.
Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces regularly.
Seek medical care if you are experiencing symptoms.
