Apple released a new Covid-19 screening tool in both app and website form so that people can stay informed and take appropriate measures as necessary, even if they don’t own an Apple device. There’s no sign-in required and data won’t be shared with any government or third-party, which is in line with Apple’s privacy philosophy.
The tool was developed through a partnership with the CDC, FEMA, and the White House Coronavirus Task Force, and comes hot on the heels of Google’s Project Baseline, which has a similar mission.
How to use the screening tool :
The tool will ask some details of yours about any symptoms you might have, your recent travels, and whether you’ve had contact with people who’ve been exposed to the virus. Then you’ll be taken to a separate page with recommendations about what to do next.
Siri also gets the same functionality:
Apple also added this capability to Siri, so it can now guide those of you who are worried about your symptoms. If you ask Siri, “how do I know if I have coronavirus?” the assistant will take you through the same survey and then guide you on what to do next.
Apple says the ‘Screening Tool’ app and website also work as a repository of resources about how to monitor symptoms, self-isolate, and answers to frequently asked questions about Covid-19. You can find a series of best practices on how to wash your hands properly and disinfect surfaces you come in contact with every day.