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Austin American-Statesman: Local News, Politics, Entertainment & Sports in Austin, TX Sections News Lone Star Politics Sports Austin360 Hookem.com 512tech Obituaries E-Edition Homes Shop Cars Jobs Classifieds Subscribe Site Archive Log in Subscribe Now Is it coronavirus? Or is it allergies, cold, flu or strep? How do you know if you have have the coronavirus? Dr. Maria Granzotti, chief medical officer at Ascension Texas, explains the difference between allergies, colds, flu, strep and coronavirus, all of which are happening right now. Fever, dry cough and shortness of breath are the key symptoms of COVID-19, the illness linked to the new coronavirus. ALLERGIES Runny nose Sneezing Red, swollen eyes Itchy eyes Itchy nose Tickle in the throat Rarely a fever COLD Runny nose Sneezing Sore throat Aches and pains Mild dry cough Rarely a fever STREP Sore throat Painful swallowing Fever FLU Fever is common Dry cough Quick onset Headache Sore throat Fatigue Sometimes a runny nose Sometimes diarrhea NEW CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)... Mar 13 at 2:27 PM 1Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration in Texas over coronavirus concerns Mar 13 at 7:05 PM You think you got coronavirus: What’s it take to get tested in Austin? Mar 13 at 4:30 PM Austin job market strong heading into coronavirus scare Mar 13 at 3:26 PM Census outreach efforts changing amid coronavirus concerns Mar 13 at 5:27 PM Austin doctor becoming city’s face of coronavirus response Mar 13 at 11:28 AM Coronavirus in Austin: Schools closed Friday; lunches still being served Mar 13 at 6:34 PM Trump declares virus pandemic a national emergency Mar 13 at 2:49 PM Editorial: In a pandemic, paid sick leave protects us all Mar 13 at 2:06 PM Coronavirus in Texas: What we know, latest updates Mar 13 at 1:31 PM Editorial: As coronavirus looms, we’re in this together Mar 13 at 6:37 PM Opinion: How we’re doing journalism in the age of coronavirus Mar 13 at 2:26 PM Have questions about coronavirus? Submit them here Mar 12 at 2:04 PM Happening Now Loud booms due to film crew, Hays officials say Updated Mar 13 at 11:44 PM Austin school board takes steps to prepare for possible spring break extension Updated Mar 13 at 11:22 PM Trump declares virus emergency; Pelosi reveals details of aid deal Updated Mar 13 at 10:14 PM CORONAVIRUS IN AUSTIN: Health officials recommend canceling events with over 250 people Updated Mar 13 at 9:39 PM Mayor frustrated with speed of homeless response Updated Mar 13 at 9:29 PM Election officials: Tuesday primaries on despite virus fears Mar 13 at 8:15 PM Get our newsletters Our top news, delivered to your inbox Never miss a story Choose the plan that’s right for you. Digital access or digital and print delivery. Subscribe Now Sign up for daily e-mails Sign up Reader Services Subscribe Customer Care Manage Subscription Manage Newsletters E-Edition Digital Products Contact Us Photo and Page Reprints StatesmanLive App Newspapers in Education Careers at Statesman Advertising Advertise with Us Classifieds Place an Ad Jobs Cars Homes Local Directory Pay Your Ad Bill Submissions Calendar Letters to the Editor Stay Connected Facebook Twitter Instagram RSS © Gannett Co., Inc. 2020. All rights reserved. Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. Austin American-Statesman ~ 305 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 ~ Do Not Sell My Personal Information ~ Cookie Policy ~ Do Not Sell My Personal Information ~ Privacy Policy ~ Terms Of Service ~ Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK Subscribe Now Site Archive Home News Local News City Hall News City Council VoteTracker Columnists Lone Star Politics Elections Crime & Law Nation & World Investigates Weather Traffic Flash Briefing Education Austin History Politifact Uplifting News Season For Caring Obituaries Business News Financial Services Help Top Workplaces 512tech Culture Gadgets Hardware Software & apps Startups SXSW Tech Money Neighborhoods Bastrop Cedar Park/Leander Lakeway/Bee Cave Pflugerville Round Rock Smithville Westlake Sports Texas Longhorns Recruiting Big 12 A&M Aggies College Football High School HS Schedules & Scores F1 & Racing Area Pro Teams Sports Columns Hookem.com Opinion Letters Submit a Letter to the Editor Two Views Local Commentary National Commentary Columns Cartoons More Photos Videos Calendar Contests Mugshots Branded Content Subscriber Subscribe Manage Subscription My Profile E-Edition Mobile-Friendly Account Management E-Billing Registration Market Place Business Directory Classifieds Cars Jobs Homes Shop Pay Your Ad Bill Media Kit Feedback Ownership Terms of Use Privacy Policy Gannett Publications © 2015...