The Coronavirus (COVID-19) was first reported in Wuhan, Hubei, China
in
December 2019, the outbreak was later recognized as a pandemic by
the
World Health Organization (WHO) on 11 March 2020.
It's caused by a virus called coronavirus. It was discovered in December 2019 in Wuhan, Hubei, China.
Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.
Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.
Because it's a new illness, we do not know exactly how coronavirus spreads from person to
person. Similar viruses are spread in cough droplets.
The coronavirus is thought to spread mainly from person to person. This can happen between people who are in contact with one another.
The coronavirus is thought to spread mainly from person to person. This can happen between people who are in contact with one another.
The coronavirus is thought to spread mainly from person to person. This can happen between people who are in contact with one another.
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. Some patients may
have
aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually
mild
and begin gradually. Also the symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure.
High Fever – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature). It is a common sign and also may appear in 2-10 days if you affected.
Continuous cough – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature). It is a common sign and also may appear in 2-10 days if you affected.
High Fever – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature). It is a common sign and also may appear in 2-10 days if you affected.
Stay at home and call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and any symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider as soon as possible for medical advice.
There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
The best way to prevent
illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Stay
aware of the latest information on the COVID-19
outbreak, available on the WHO
website and through your national and local public health authority.
Regularly and thoroughly clean your
hands
with an alcohol-based hand
rub or wash them
with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds.
Regularly and thoroughly clean your
hands
with an alcohol-based hand
rub or wash them
with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds.
Regularly and thoroughly clean your
hands
with an alcohol-based hand
rub or wash them
with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds.
Regularly and thoroughly clean your
hands
with an alcohol-based hand
rub or wash them
with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds.
Stay home if you’re sick – Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
Cover your mouth and nose – with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (throw used tissues in the trash) or use the inside of your elbow.
Wear a facemask if you are sick – You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s
Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily – This includes phones, tables, light switches, doorknobs, countertops, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, and sinks.
Clean the dirty surfaces – Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
Stay informed about the local COVID-19 situation – Get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity from public health officials.
Dedicated, lined trash can – If possible, dedicate a lined trash can for the ill person. Use gloves when removing garbage bags, and handling & disposing of trash.
To date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat COVID-2019. However, those affected should receive care to relieve symptoms. People with serious illness should be hospitalized. Most patients recover thanks to supportive care.
Antibiotics do not help, as they do not work against viruses. Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms while your body fights the illness. You'll need to stay in isolation, away from other people, until you have recovered.
If you have mild symptoms, stay at home until you’ve recovered. You can relieve your symptoms if you:
If you develop a fever, cough, and have difficulty breathing, promptly seek medical care. Call in advance and tell your health provider of any recent travel or recent contact with travelers.
Most people who get sick with COVID-19 will have only mild illness and should recover at home. Care at home can help stop the spread of COVID-19
Most people who get sick with COVID-19 will have only mild illness and should recover at home. Care at home can help stop the spread of COVID-19
Most people who get sick with COVID-19 will have only mild illness and should recover at home. Care at home can help stop the spread of COVID-19
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