INFORMATION ABOUT THE VIRUS
THE VIRUS
THE VIRUS
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and
recover without requiring special treatment.
Older people, and those with underlying medical problems
like cardiovascular disease, may require specialized treatment.
It was first discovered in China.
WAYS OF CONTRACTION
WAYS OF CONTRACTION
When someone coughs, sneezes, or speaks they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which
may contain virus.
If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19
virus if
the person has the disease.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS,PREVENTION
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS,PREVENTION
Most common symptoms:
- Fever
- Dry cough
- Tiredness
- Aches and pains
- Sore throat
- Diarrhoea
- Conjunctivitis
- Headache
- Loss of taste or smell
- A rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Chest pain or pressure
- Loss of speech or movement
To prevent the spread of COVID-19:
- Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub.
- Maintain a safe distance from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
- Wear a mask when physical distancing is not possible.
- Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth
- Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
- Stay home if you feel unwell.
- If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention.
