Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. The word corona came from the Latin word “Crown.” Corona viruses are a large family of viruses that infect animals and mammals like bats, pigs.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Symptoms
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. It appears that symptoms are showing up in people within 14 days of exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
How Can We Protect from the New Coronavirus and COVID-19?
- Wash your hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds.
- After being in public places and touching door handles, shopping carts, elevator buttons, etc.
- If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth, especially with unwashed hands.
- If you cough or sneeze, do so in the bend of your elbow. If you use a tissue, throw it away immediately.
If you feel sick.
- Stay home if you feel sick unless you are experiencing a medical emergency such as severe shortness of breath or a very high fever.
- Call your doctor or urgent care facility and explain your symptoms over the phone.
