Know more about corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

April 3, 2020

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What is corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) ?

Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an illness of the respiratory system that can spread from person to person.

The novel corona virus ( COVID-19) was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

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Can people in the U.S. get COVID-19 ?

Yes. COVID-19 is spreading from person to person in parts of the United States. Risk of infection with COVID-19 is higher for people who are close contacts of someone known to have COVID-19, for example healthcare workers, or household members.

Other people at higher risk for infection are those who live in or have recently been in an area with ongoing spread of Corona virus . Know more about places with ongoing spread at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/ transmission.html#geographic.

Have there been cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States of America ?

Yes. The 1st case of corona virus (COVID-19) in the U.S. was reported on Jan. 21, 2020. The current count of cases of corona virus (COVID-19) in the U.S. is available on CDC’s webpage at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html.

How does Coronavirus (COVID-19) spread ?

The virus that causes COVID-19 probably emerged from an animal source, but is now spreading from person to person. The virus is thought to spread mainly between people who are in close contact with one another (within about six feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person sneezes or coughs .

It also may be possible that a person can get corona virus (COVID-19) by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own nose, mouth, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads. Read more what is known about the spread of newly emerged COVID-19 at https://www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission.html.

What are the symptoms of Corona virus (COVID-19) ?

Patients with corona virus (COVID-19) have had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of

Cough
fever
Breathlessness

What are severe complications from this COVID-19 ?

Some patients have pneumonitis in both lungs, multi-organ failure and in some cases death.

How can we help protect ourselves from corona virus ?

People can help protect themselves from respiratory illness with everyday preventive actions.

Avoid touching your mouth , nose , eyes, with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are ill or suffering from cold & flu.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least Twenty seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least Sixty percent alcohol if soap and water are not available.
Take antioxidants - immune boosting supplements regularly.

If you are ill , to keep from spreading respiratory illness to others, you should

Stay at home when you are suffering from illness or you are sick .
To maintain the hygiene conditions - Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces & objects .

What should I do if I recently traveled from an area with the ongoing spread of Corona virus (COVID-19) ?

If you have traveled from an affected area, there may be restrictions on your movements for up to two weeks. If you develop symptoms during that period (cough , fever, trouble breathing), seek medical advice.

Call the office of your health care professional before you go, and tell them about your travel and your symptoms.

They will give you suggestions or instructions on how to get care without exposing other people to your illness. While sick, avoid contact with people, do not go out and delay any travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others.

Is there a vaccine for this corona virus ?

There is currently no vaccine to protect against corona virus (COVID-19) . The best way to prevent infection is to take everyday preventive actions, like avoiding close contact with people who are sick and washing your hands often.

Is there a treatment for Corona virus ?

There is no specific antiviral treatment for Corona virus (COVID-19). People infected with COVID-19 can seek medical care to help relieve symptoms.

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