CORONA VIRUS
Q. What is a coronavirus?
A coronavirus is a virus that is found in animals and, rarely, can be transmitted from animals to humans and then spread person to person.
Q. What is COVID-19?
COVID-19, short for "coronavirus disease 2019," is the official name given by the World Health Organization to the disease caused by this newly identified coronavirus.
Q. What are the symptoms of a coronavirus?
COVID-19 symptoms range from mild to severe. It takes 2-14 days after exposure for symptoms to develop. Symptoms may include:a. fever
b. cough
c. shortness of breath
d. Body aches
e. Nasal congestion
f. Runny nose
g. Sore throat
Exception:- Some patients also present in delhi who are Corona Positive but hadn’t any symptoms of CoronaVirus as stated above.
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Q. What causes a coronavirus infection?
Humans first get a corona virus from contact with animals. Then, it can spread from human to human. Health officials do not know what animal caused COVID-19.
The COVID-19 virus can be spread through contact with certain bodily fluids, such as droplets in a cough. It might also be caused by touching something an infected person has touched and then touching your hand to your mouth, nose, or eyes.
Q. How is a coronavirus diagnosed?
If you believe you have COVID-19, you should contact your family doctor immediately.To diagnose you, your doctor may run tests to rule out other common infections. In some cases, your doctor may suggest you self-isolate to prevent the spread of infection.
Q. Can a coronavirus be prevented or avoided?
Try to avoid people who are sick or meeting in large groups. Stay home if you are sick.
a. Cover your cough with a tissue or cough into your upper sleeve or elbow. Do not cough into your hands.b. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
c. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.Avoid touching your mouth, nose, or eyes.
d. Avoid traveling.
Q. Coronavirus treatment
There is currently no vaccine or treatment for COVID-19..only social distancing is precaution and also boosts the immune system .
Q. Why is it so difficult to develop treatments for viral illnesses?
An antiviral drug must be able to target the specific part of a virus's life cycle that is necessary for it to reproduce. In addition, an antiviral drug must be able to kill a virus without killing the human cell it occupies. And viruses are highly adaptive. Because they reproduce so rapidly, they have plenty of opportunity to mutate (change their genetic information) with each new generation, developing resistance to whatever drugs or vaccines we develop.
An antiviral drug must be able to target the specific part of a virus's life cycle that is necessary for it to reproduce. In addition, an antiviral drug must be able to kill a virus without killing the human cell it occupies. And viruses are highly adaptive. Because they reproduce so rapidly, they have plenty of opportunity to mutate (change their genetic information) with each new generation, developing resistance to whatever drugs or vaccines we develop.
COVID-19 basics
Q. How long is it between when a person is exposed to the virus and when they start showing symptoms?
Because this coronavirus has just been discovered, the time from exposure to symptom onset (known as the incubation period) for most people has yet to be determined. Based on current information, symptoms could appear as soon as three days after exposure to as long as 13 days later. Recently published research found that on average, the incubation period is about five days.
Q. How does coronavirus spread?
The coronavirus is thought to spread mainly from person to person. This can happen between people who are in close contact with one another. Droplets that are produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes may land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby, or possibly be inhaled into their lungs.
Coronavirus can also spread from contact with infected surfaces or objects. For example, a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes.
Q. When are people most contagious?
People are thought to be most contagious when they are most symptomatic. However, there have been reports of coronavirus spreading before people show symptoms. Preliminary research of individuals who developed mild disease also suggests that they could be contagious early in the course of their illness, even before they have experienced symptoms or are only experiencing mild symptoms.
Q. Who is at highest risk for getting very sick from COVID-19?
Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like chronic bronchitis, emphysema, heart failure, or diabetes, are more likely to develop serious illness.
Q. Are kids immune to the virus that causes COVID-19?
Children, including very young children, can develop COVID-19. However, children tend to experience milder symptoms such as fever, runny nose, and cough. Some children have had severe complications, but this has been less common. Children with underlying health conditions may be at increased risk for severe illness.
Q. Can I catch the coronavirus by eating food handled or prepared by others?
It's not clear if it can be spread by an infected person through food they have handled or prepared.In the case of hot food, the virus would likely be killed by cooking. This may not be the case with uncooked foods like salads or sandwiches.
Prevention
Q. What can I do to protect myself and others from COVID-19?
The following actions help prevent the spread of COVID-19, as well as other coronaviruses and influenza:
- a. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- b. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- c. Stay home when you are sick.
- d. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- e. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- f. Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Q. What do I need to know about washing my hands effectively?
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, covering all surfaces of your hands and rubbing them together until they feel dry.
- Always wash hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.
- The CDC's handwashing website has detailed instructions and a video about effective handwashing procedures.
Q. Is there a vaccine available?
No vaccine is available, although scientists will be starting human testing on a vaccine very soon. However, it may be a year or more before we even know if we have a vaccine that works.
Q. Can a person who has had coronavirus get infected again?
While we don't know the answer yet, most people would likely develop at least short-term immunity to the specific coronavirus that causes COVID-19. However, you would still be susceptible to a different coronavirus infection. Or, this particular virus could mutate, just like the influenza virus does each year. Often these mutations change the virus enough to make you susceptible, because your immune system thinks it is an infection that it has never seen before.
Q. How long can the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 survive on surfaces?
We don't yet know how long the coronavirus can survive on surfaces such as plastic, porcelain, granite, steel, or copper. In the meantime, the CDC recommends cleaning frequently touched surfaces and objects every day. These include counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables.
Q. I'm older and have a chronic medical condition, which puts me at higher risk for getting seriously ill, or even dying from COVID-19. What can I do to reduce my risk of exposure to the virus?
Anyone 60 years or older is considered to be at higher risk for getting very sick from The CDC suggests the following measures for those who are at higher risk:
- Obtain several weeks of medications and supplies in case you need to stay home for prolonged periods of time.
- When you go out in public, keep away from others who are sick, limit close contact, and wash your hands often.
- Avoid crowds.
- maintain blood pressure ,diabetes type diseases .
Q. Can my pet infect me with the virus that causes COVID-19?
At present, there is no evidence that pets such as dogs or cats can spread the COVID-19 virus to humans. However, pets can spread other infections that cause illness, including E. coli and Salmonella, so wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after interacting with pets.
Q. What can I do to keep my immune system strong?
Your immune system is your body's defence system.Following general health guidelines is the best step you can take toward keeping your immune system strong and healthy. Don't smoke.(alcohol,drugs)
- Eat a balanced diet rich with nutritions.
- Exercise,yoga regularly.
- Control your stress level. take enough sleep.
- If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation (no more than one to two drinks a day for men, no more than one a day for women).
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