There is no specific treatment to prevent or treat coronavirus disease(COVID-19). The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads.
The disease caused by the novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China, has been named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – ‘CO’ stands for corona, ‘VI’ for virus, and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as ‘2019 novel coronavirus’ or ‘2019-nCoV.’ The COVID-19 virus is a new virus linked to the same family of viruses as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and some types of common cold.
People who are infected often have symptoms of illness. Some people
without symptoms may be
able to spread virus.
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There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The best way to
prevent illness is to
avoid being exposed to this virus.
Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pickup other necessities.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after sneezing.
If you are in a private setting and do not have on your cloth face covering, remember to always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home. If possible, maintain 6 feet between the person members.
The disease caused by the novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China, has been named coronavirus disease 2019.
Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pickup other necessities.