How do I know if my son/daughter’s cough is a cold symptom or a Covid-19 symptom

If you have any concerns, you should seek the advice of a medical professional and/or get tested and follow advice given. Please be aware that symptoms of Covid-19, flu and common respiratory infection are now listed as continuous cough, high temperature, fever or chills, loss of or change in your normal sense of taste or smell, shortness of breath, unexplained tiredness, lack of energy, muscle aches or pains that are not due to exercise, not wanting to eat or not feeling hungry, headache that is unusual or longer lasting than usual, sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, diarrhoea, feeling sick or being sick.