COVID-19 Fever VS Influenza Fever: Know The Difference

By Shubhi Kumar 20 May 2025, 13:00 IST

In India, COVID-19 cases are rising, with more than 265 cases reported. Check out the differences between COVID-19 fever and influenza fever. Tap to read!

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Symptoms

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COVID-19 Fever VS Influenza Fever: Know The Difference

In India, COVID-19 cases are rising, with more than 265 cases reported. Check out the differences between COVID-19 fever and influenza fever. Tap to read!

Spreads faster

COVID-19 spreads faster than the flu (influenza). COVID-19 can be contagious longer, whereas influenza has a shorter period.

Caused by

COVID-19 are caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus (a novel coronavirus), whereas influenza is caused by influenza A or B viruses.

Symptoms

Signs you may feel during COVID-19 are fever, cough, loss of taste/smell, body aches and shortness of breath. Influenza you feel fever, chills, cough, sore throat, body aches and fatigue.

Vaccines

Vaccines available for COVID-19 are mRNA and vector-based COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccines are available for the annual flu shot with updated strains.

Prevention

Get vaccinated annually, maintain good hand hygiene, wear masks in crowded places, and avoid close contact with sick individuals.

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This information is sourced from the Mayo Clinic. However, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis or treatment. Refer to official sources for the latest COVID-19 and flu updates.