SYMPTOMS AND ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CORONAVIRUS TO KEEP YOU AND FAMILY SAFE



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SYMPTOMS OF CORONAVIRUS
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are:
  1.  Fever
  2. Tiredness
  3.  Dry cough
Some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. Some people become infected but don’t develop any symptoms and don't feel unwell.  Most people (about 80%) recover from the disease without needing special treatment. Around 1 out of every 6 people who gets COVID-19 becomes seriously ill and develops difficulty breathing.  Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like high blood pressure, heart problems or diabetes, are more likely to develop serious illness.
People with fever, cough and difficulty breathing should seek medical attention.

HOW DOES COVID-19 SPREAD?
People can catch COVID-19 from others who have the virus.  The disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with COVID-19 coughs or exhales.  These droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. Other people then contract COVID-19 by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth.  People can also contract COVID-19 if they breathe in droplets from a person with COVID-19 who coughs out or exhales droplets. This is why it is important to stay more than 1 meter (3 feet) away from a person who is sick.

CAN THE VIRUS THAT CAUSES COVID-19 BE TRANSMITTED THROUGH THE AIR? Studies to date suggest that the, virus that causes COVID-19 is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.

CAN COVID-19 BE CAUGHT FROM A PERSON WHO HAS NO SYMPTOMS? The main way the disease spreads is through respiratory droplets expelled by someone who is coughing. The risk of contracting COVID-19 from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. However, many people with COVID-19 experience only mild symptoms. This is particularly true at the early stages of the disease. It is therefore possible to catch COVID-19 from someone who has, for example, just a mild cough and does not feel ill. 
CAN I CONTRACT COVID-19 FROM FECES, ANIMALS, PETS, SURFACES OR PACKAGES? The risk of contracting COVID-19 from the feces of an infected person appears to be low. While initial investigations suggest the virus may be present in feces in some cases, spread through this route is not a main feature of the outbreak.
CAN I CATCH COVID-19 FROM MY PET? There is no evidence that a dog, cat or any pet can transmit COVID-19. COVID-19 is mainly spread through droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks. To protect yourself clean your hands frequently and thoroughly.
HOW LONG DOES THE VIRUS SURVIVE ON SURFACES? It is not certain how long the virus that causes COVID-19 survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other coronaviruses. Studies suggest that coronaviruses (including preliminary information on the COVID-19 virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. This may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). If you think a surface may be infected, clean it with simple disinfectant to kill the virus and protect yourself and others. Clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, or nose.
IS IT SAFE TO RECEIVE A PACKAGE FROM ANY AREA WHERE COVID-19 HAS BEEN REPORTED? Yes. The likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes COVID-19 from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PROTECT MYSELF AND PREVENT THE SPREAD OF THE DISEASE? Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. Many countries around the world have seen cases of COVID-19 and several have seen outbreaks. Authorities in China and some other countries have succeeded in slowing or stopping their outbreaks. However, the situation is unpredictable so check regularly for the latest news.
WHAT ARE THE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR COVID-19 Are antibiotics effective in preventing or treating COVID-19? No. Antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. COVID-19 is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work. Antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment of COVID-19. They should only be used as directed by a physician to treat a bacterial infection.
ARE THERE ANY MEDICINES OR THERAPIES THAT CAN PREVENT OR CURE COVID-19? While some western, traditional or home remedies may provide comfort and alleviate symptoms of COVID-19, there is no evidence that current medicine can prevent or cure the disease. WHO does not recommend self-medication with any medicines, including antibiotics, as a prevention or cure for COVID-19? However, there are several ongoing clinical trials that include both western and traditional medicines. WHO will continue to provide updated information as soon as clinical findings are available?
IS THERE A VACCINE, DRUG OR TREATMENT FOR COVID-19? Not yet. To date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat COVID-2019. However, those affected should receive care to relieve symptoms. People with serious illness should be hospitalized. Most patients recover thanks to supportive care. Possible vaccines and some specific drug treatments are under investigation. They are being tested through clinical trials. WHO is coordinating efforts to develop vaccines and medicines to prevent and treat COVID-19? The most effective ways to protect yourself and others against COVID-19 are to frequently clean your hands, cover your cough with the bend of elbow or tissue, and maintain a distance of at least 1 meter (3 feet) from people who are coughing or sneezing.


THE FOLLOWING MEASURES ARE NOT EFFECTIVE AGAINST COVID-19 AND CAN BE HARMFUL:
  1. Smoking
  2. Wearing multiple masks
  3. Taking antibiotics
However, In any case, if you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing seek medical care early to reduce the risk of developing a more severe infection and be sure to share your recent travel history with your health care provider.



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