Things to know

How does it tranmit?

When a person suffering from this disease sneezes or coughs, a lot of droplets spread in the air or fall on the ground and nearby surfaces. If another person is nearby and inhales the droplets or touches these surfaces and then touches his face, eyes or mouth, he can get the infection. The chances are more if one is within a distance of less than 1 meter from the infected person.

What happens to a person who develops the disease?

Majority of the people (80%) will require no treatment as such and will recover on their own. A small proportion (<20%) may need hospitalization. A very small proportion (mainly with underlying chronic illness) may need admission in intensive care unit (ICU).

What is the age group in which the diease spreads? Does it occur in children as well?

This disease is known to occur in all age groups. It can spread to children as well through the other person suffering from the disease in the household. The infection is generally mild in children. Older persons and persons with pre-existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, lung disease, cancer or diabetes) are at a high risk to develop serious illness.

what are the symptoms of corona virus?

Coronavirus symptoms mirror those of the flu, as the body similarly responds to the invading virus.

A cough

A high temperature 100.4°F upwards

Shortness of breath

As the virus progresses, it can cause a variety of other, severe effects.

Guidelines on how to protect yourself from infection

Clean and disinfect surfaces that many people come in contact with. These include tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks. Avoid touching high-contact surfaces in public.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds immediately when you return home from a public place such as the bank or grocery store.

When in a public space, put a distance of six feet between yourself and others.

Most importantly, stay home if you are sick and contact your nearest medical facility for Corona Virus Management.