The world iss reeling under the scare of a virus called Corona Virus. As of now, total number of human beings impacted by this virus has crossed 7 million worldwide. Most effected being US, Russia and Brazil. Even our own country, India, is among the top five impacted countries.
Let’s look at what this virus is, which has scareed whole of the world.
COVID 19 disease is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
The virus was first located in WUHAN , CHINA in December 2019.
Most people infected with COVID-19 will experience mild or moderate respiratory illness and recover without special treatment .Older people and those with other disease are most likely to serious illness.
The virus appears to spread easily among people, and more continues to be discovered over time about how it spreads. Data has shown that it spreads from person to person among those in close contact (within about 6 feet, or 2 meters). The virus spreads by respiratory droplets released when someone with the virus coughs, sneezes or talks. These droplets can be inhaled or land in the mouth or nose of a person nearby.
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after 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
The precautions for this virus is to stay home,come out only when needed wearing a mask and having at least 2 meter distance with others. Wash your hands immediately after coming home.
STAY HOME,STAY SAFE