Patient's Corner ABOUT US PHYSICIAN SEARCH SPECIALTIES & SERVICES LOCATIONS CAREERS CONTACT US Coronavirus Update Watson Clinic COVID-19 Hotline: 863-680-7977 To ensure the safety of yourself and others, masks or face coverings must be worn at all your Watson Clinic appointments. You may be asked to reschedule your appointment if you're not wearing a mask. COVID-19 Moderna Vaccine & Booster Shot Information (Patients 18+ years of age) COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccine Information (Patients 5-11 years of age) Coronavirus is a new infection that can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. The Signs and Symptoms of Coronavirus are: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Fatigue Muscle or body aches Headache Sore throat New loss of taste or smell Congestion or runny nose Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea Symptoms can appear two to 14 days after exposure. Call your doctor if you have developed these symptoms or have been in contact with someone known to have COVID-19. All clinic locations are open for in-person patient appointments. If you are not feeling well or answer yes to any of these attached questions on the day of your scheduled appointment, we recommend changing your appointment to a Telemedicine Video Visit. This is a new system that allows you to visit with your doctor from the comfort of your own home. For the health and safety of our patients and staff, we have placed screening desks at the entrances of most of our locations. You must wear a mask inside building. If you are symptomatic, you may be sent to one of the following locations for testing: Urgent Care Main at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland Urgent Care South at 1033 North Parkway Frontage Rd. in South Lakeland XpressCare Highlands at 2300 E. County Rd. 540A in Lakeland We are taking all the necessary precautions on behalf of patients, caregivers and our staff. If you believe you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, we encourage you to call your doctor to discuss possible testing and care. In the absence of severe symptoms, you may be encouraged to self-isolate. If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, or other potentially life-threatening issues, you should go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. Prevention To prevent illness, the CDC recommends individuals and families follow everyday preventive measures: Voluntary Home Isolation: Stay home when you are sick and avoid contact with individuals who are sick. Put distance between yourself and other people as much as possible when out in public. Respiratory Etiquette: Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw it in the trash can. Hand Hygiene: Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60%-95% alcohol. Environmental Health Action: Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects daily. Treatment There is an incubation period of two - 14 days. For more information on Watson Clinic’s approach to COVID-19 testing and treatment, call our hotline at 863-680-7977. Post-COVID Clinic Kathleen Haggerty, MD, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist at Watson Clinic Main located at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland, has established a post-COVID clinic to address the lingering symptoms faced by many patients in the aftermath of their infection. Click here for more information. *Eligibility may be limited by Individual insurance plan requirements. Available Brochures: Is it Flu or Coronavirus Flyer Hand Washing Flyer Stop the Spread of Germs Flyer What do you do if you are sick with the Coronavirus Disease Flyer For more information: The Department of Health has a dedicated COVID-19 webpage (floridahealthcovid19.gov/) for all of the most recent updates on the virus. This is the most up-to-date resource for information and guidance regarding COVID-19 in Florida. For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Polk County, residents can contact the Polk County Department of Health in Bartow by calling 863-519-7911 Monday through Sunday, 8 am to 5 pm. The State of Florida has also established a dedicated COVID-19 Call Center. More information can be found by calling 1-866-779-6121 open 24/7, or emailing COVID-19@flhealth.gov. 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