COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease)
COVID‑19 is an infectious respiratory illness that affects the lungs. While most people recover within a few weeks, some may become very sick. COVID‑19 vaccines are available and can help reduce the risk of severe illness for people 6 months of age and older.
Learn About COVID-19
Understand what COVID-19 is, how it affects your body and people who are at higher risk for severe illness.
Long COVID
Long COVID is a condition that causes ongoing, returning, or new symptoms after having COVID-19.
COVID-19 Symptoms
Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. Older adults and individuals of any age with underlying medical conditions, including some lung diseases, seem to be at higher risk for developing severe complications from COVID-19.
Preventing COVID-19
We are all at risk for getting and spreading COVID-19. There are steps you can take to prevent yourself and others from getting sick.
COVID-19 Testing and Diagnosis
There are two kinds of tests available to diagnose COVID-19: tests for current infection (viral tests) and tests for past infection (antibody tests).
COVID-19 Treatment
Learn about treatment options and supportive care given to individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 and understand additional treatments to consider if you are at risk for severe illness.
Call the Lung HelpLine
Our Lung HelpLine is answering questions about COVID-19. Contact our Lung HelpLine by calling 1-800-LUNGUSA or submitting a question online.
