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COVID-19 Testing at WCU Health Services

Symptoms of COVID-19 are very similar to symptoms for any other respiratory illness, including flu, upper respiratory infection, strep throat and the common cold.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, call Health Services at 828.227.7640 to discuss your symptoms with the triage nurse.

  • Nasal congestion or runny nose
  • Sore throat
  • Fever or Chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Muscle or body aches
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea

If you have had a positive home test:

Follow the CDC recommendations for isolation.

If you need assistance with an absence notification, contact Student Affairs at 828.227.7147.

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