The good news? There's nothing too new or crazy this time around (unlike the dreaded "razorblade throat" from some summer 2025 variants), and Dr. Evans notes that loss of taste and smell are less common now than in earlier variants of the virus."The most common symptoms include sore throat, high fevers, lots of nasal congestion and dry cough," Dr. Juanita Mora, MD, a board-certified physician specializing in allergy and immunology, says. "The dry cough has been specifically marked during asthma peak week in our patients with asthma, along with wheezing and uncontrolled asthma symptoms."
"Patients that are currently presenting for long COVID are generally reporting severe fatigue, lack of energy, some shortness of breath and mild brain fog," Dr. Noah Greenspan, DPT, PT, CCS, EMT-B, says. "Thankfully, we are not seeing the same magnitude that we have seen in the past, especially among people who got sick during the early days of the pandemic. Keep in mind that that can change at any moment, depending upon the different variant mutations."
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Should You Get the COVID Booster?
"The updated COVID-19 vaccine boosters are designed to target common circulating COVID-19 variants more effectively. Currently, the most common variants circulating in our communities are Nimbus and Stratus," Dr. Boden-Albala says. "These variants should be considered part of the virus’s ongoing seasonal pattern, rather than fundamentally new threats."
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What’s the Quickest Way To Get Rid of COVID Symptoms?
"If you develop symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, congestion, fatigue or loss of taste or smell, use an at-home antigen or PCR test to check," Dr. Boden-Albala says.
"Remain at home as much as possible, allowing your body to fight the infection and recover," Dr. Boden-Albala tells Parade. "Remember, usually for COVID-19 it takes about five days for symptoms to subside. It's important to avoid close contact with others to reduce the transmission of the virus to other people. If you’re at high risk of severe illness (e.g., immunocompromised or elderly) or really feel very sick, seek medical advice promptly—antiviral treatments like Paxlovid can be effective if started soon after symptoms begin."
"Clinical trials have demonstrated that Paxlovid reduces the risk of hospitalization or death by 89% in adults who are at high risk for severe illness and take the medication within three days of symptom onset," she says. "Paxlovid has also been shown to reduce the duration and severity of symptoms, with patients who take the medication experiencing shorter illness durations and lower viral loads."
"I have had COVID twice," Dr. Greenspan tells us. He shares what he called his "personal cocktail of choice" to treat symptoms:
Ibuprofen: 400 mg twice per dayBaby aspirin: 81 mg twice per dayFamotidine: 20 mg twice per dayOne loratadine and pseudoephedrine 12-hour tablet twice per daySupplemental oxygen if you have access to itUsing an airway clearance device to help remove mucusElectrolytesRestYour own needs and symptoms may be different, so don't feel like you need to take Dr. Greenspan's list as gospel, especially if you're on any other medications that may interact with these!
Getting vaccinated and boosted is still your best line of defense.
"Public health prevention efforts remain the best advice for reducing risks around COVID-19. It is critical to be up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines," Dr. Boden-Albala agrees. "Remember, the updated COVID-19 vaccines are designed to target current COVID-19 circulating variants more effectively. Staying up to date with COVID-19 boosters offers the best protection against severe illness, especially for people with higher risk factors such as older age or being pregnant, which can impact immunity or pre-existing health conditions. Maintaining a strong baseline of health through rest, nutrient-rich food, and stress reduction can support immune resilience."
"Wait until you recover and finish isolation before getting vaccinated," he explains. "The CDC advises about three months after infection for the best immune response, unless your doctor recommends sooner based on your health risks."
If you're vaccinated, however, don't think you're completely in the clear, Dr. Greenspan warns. "One key point that I will always emphasize is that the more times you have COVID, the greater your chances of developing long COVID, so it is not something that I would completely ignore or feel as if there is zero threat."
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