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How can I tell the difference between the flu and COVID-19?

IT'S impossible to tell without a test. Influenza and COVID-19 have such similar symptoms, you may need to get tested to know what's making you miserable.Body aches, sore throat, fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue and headaches are symptoms shared by the two.

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