San Juan Regional Medical Center asks community members to carefully monitor symptoms that could indicate COVID-19. Chalking up symptoms to allergies or a cold could puts people at risk.

Symptoms commonly associated with COVID-19 are changing as the virus mutates. Many who are testing positive do not have a fever or consistent cough.

According to the Zoe Covid Symptom study, based on members of the public who self-report their symptoms into an app, the top five symptoms COVID-positive patients are headache, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat and loss of smell.

People with symptoms should stay away from others and wear a mask. Get tested for COVID, even if vaccinated. Those who are not vaccinated may still get a vaccine.To schedule a vaccine, call San Juan County Public Health Office at (505) 327-4461.

During August, all New Mexicans who get vaccinated are eligible for a $100 incentive by registering at www.vaccinenm.org.