There is a lot of information spreading very quickly about the Corona virus and concerns about it, but what is the truth about this virus? Here is the most important information.
The Corona virus, in its new form, continues to spread in most countries of the world after it began spreading in China specifically, which has formed and poses great concerns among people. Learn with us the most important information related to the emerging corona virus.
Where did the virus start?
Coronavirus is a type of virus that infects the respiratory system.
The first outbreak of the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV) was recorded in Wuhan, China.
After some investigations and examinations, it was found that a large number of infected people were previously in the fish and animal market, which indicates a relationship between animals and infection with the new Corona disease.
Besides, the virus is transmitted from an infected person to a healthy person as well, which greatly accelerated the process of spreading the virus in China.
It should be noted that there are other strains of the Coronavirus, including the Corona virus that causes Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), which was controlled and dealt with in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia specifically.
Symptoms of the new corona virus
Infection with the new corona disease will be associated with a number of different symptoms, the most important of which are:
High body temperature
Cough
Shortness of breath.
These symptoms may range from mild to severe.
In turn, the American Center for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) indicates that symptoms of the new corona virus may appear two or 14 days after exposure to the virus.
How does the Corona virus spread?
As we mentioned, there are several types of corona viruses, and they are found in different types of animals, such as camels, cats, and others.
In this new spread of the Coronavirus in China, it is believed that it started from the fish and animal market, as mentioned, and then spread from the infected to the healthy.
In general, the previous Coronavirus (SARS) spread among people through coughing and sneezing, just like influenza, but it is not yet known how easily this virus can spread among people. In light of the current numbers, it is confirmed that it is spreading rapidly.
There is a need to study the new corona virus in order to know a lot of information about it, whether how it spreads among people, the severity of the disease, and methods of treatment.
Coronavirus prevention
So far, there are no specific ways to prevent the new corona virus, so the best way is to try to avoid it completely.
On the other hand, the American Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends following methods of preventing pneumonia, which include:
Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
Avoid touching the eyes, mouth, or nose if you are unable to wash your hands
Achieving the principle of social distancing, which would reduce the chances of infection with the virus
Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available, and make sure that the sanitizer contains at least 60% alcohol.
If you feel sick, it is better to stay at home.
The new corona treatment
There is still no specific method that helps treat infection with the new corona virus.
Existing treatments help relieve symptoms associated with the disease.
If you think that you have been exposed to the Coronavirus, it is necessary that you contact a doctor or emergency room and follow the instructions you receive from them.
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