Share your first hand covid stories.

I once knew someone who was involved in scientology for a short time. In the beginning, the community seemed friendly and inviting. But then he noticed that there was a lack of scientific basis in many of their teachings. For example, some of the so - called 'processing' techniques didn't seem to have any real - world evidence to support their effectiveness. Also, the cost of staying involved and moving up in the ranks was exorbitant, which made him question the true motives of the organization.

One memorable story was when my friend got Covid. He was a very active person, but when he got sick, he couldn't even walk a few steps without getting tired. It was a shock to see him like that.

I was in lockdown when the pandemic hit. It was really scary. I couldn't go out freely like before. Grocery shopping became a big ordeal. I had to queue for hours, keeping a safe distance from others. There were always concerns about getting the virus while being outside. And masks became a part of my daily outfit.

A common first sign story is that of a person who initially thought they just had a regular cold because of a runny nose and sneezing, but then developed a fever and fatigue which turned out to be COVID.

Well, in the ICU, it was a chaotic yet oddly calm place. I remember seeing the nurses constantly on their toes, monitoring all the beeping machines. One patient had a really tough time, but the medical team was so dedicated. They worked tirelessly to stabilize him. It was a scary experience to witness, but also inspiring to see the care and expertise at work.

A friend of mine who is a healthcare worker had an interesting experience with the Covid - 19 vaccine. He got vaccinated early on. He told me that the hospital where he works really pushed for all the staff to get vaccinated to protect themselves and the patients. He said that overall, the side effects were minimal compared to the benefits of being protected from the virus. He also mentioned that seeing the positive impact of vaccination on the patients' outcomes in the hospital made him even more convinced of the importance of the vaccine.

I had a first - hand experience in the ICU when my mother had a major surgery. The ICU was a very quiet place, but filled with so much tension. The beds were surrounded by complex medical equipment. I watched as the nurses adjusted the IV drips and checked the monitors regularly. There were strict visiting hours which made it even more difficult. But seeing the care they provided gave me some comfort. They were constantly on their toes, ready to respond to any emergency.

The first signs of COVID - 19 can often be a fever. I know someone who suddenly had a high fever and thought it was just a normal flu at first. Another common sign is a dry cough. My neighbor started coughing a lot without any phlegm. Fatigue is also among the first signs. A friend of mine felt extremely tired all of a sudden and could barely get out of bed.

Once I got a Royal Flush in a game. It was amazing. I was playing Texas Hold'em and the cards just fell into place perfectly. I bet big and everyone folded except one person who thought I was bluffing. When I showed my hand, their face was priceless.

My sister had COVID. She had a very high fever and was sweating a lot. She also had a cough that made her chest hurt. It was difficult for her to move around because she was so weak. But with proper rest and medical care, she gradually recovered. It shows that rest is crucial when dealing with COVID symptoms.