pan·dem·ic /panˈdemik/adjective (of a disease) prevalent over a whole country or the world.
A pandemic is defined as “an epidemic occurring worldwide, or over a very wide area, crossing international boundaries and usually affecting a large number of people”.However, seasonal epidemics are not considered pandemics. A true influenza pandemic occurs when almost simultaneous transmission takes place worldwide.
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
co·ro·na·vi·rus /kəˈrōnəˌvīrəs/noun
noun: coronavirus; plural noun: coronaviruses. Any of a group of RNA viruses that cause a variety of diseases in humans and other animals.
Also called: 2019-nCov, 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a new virus that had not been previously identified in humans. Learn more on who.int
The virus causes respiratory illness (like the flu) with symptoms such as a cough, fever and in more severe cases, pneumonia. You can protect yourself by washing your hands frequently and avoiding touching your face.
HOW IT SPREADS
The new coronavirus spreads primarily through contact with an infected person when they cough or sneeze, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose.
SYMPYOMS
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is characterized by mild symptoms including a runny nose, sore throat, cough, and fever. Illness can be more severe for some people and can lead to pneumonia or breathing difficulties.
More rarely, the disease can be fatal. Older people, and people with other medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease), may be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill.
People may experience:
runny nose
sore throat
cough
fever
difficulty breathing (severe cases)
PREVENTION
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is characterized by mild symptoms including a runny nose, sore throat, cough, and fever. Illness can be more severe for some people and can lead to pneumonia or breathing difficulties.
More rarely, the disease can be fatal. Older people, and people with other medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease), may be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill.
People may experience:
runny nose
sore throat
cough
fever
difficulty breathing (severe cases)
TREATMENTS
There is no specific medicine to prevent or treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19). People may need supportive care to help them breathe.
If you have mild symptoms, stay at home until you’ve recovered. You can relieve your symptoms if you:
rest and sleep
keep warm
drink plenty of liquids
use a room humidifier or take a hot shower to help ease a sore throat and cough
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.
Help and information
Information about COVID-19 in the United States
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Coronavirus advisory information
World Health Organization
Coronavirus Q&A
World Health Organization
Coronavirus condition overview
World Health Organization
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