FAQs about the Corona Virus

• What is Corona Virus? 

• Corona viruses are a type of virus; a newly identified type has caused a recent outbreak of respiratory illness now called the COVID-19.
• It is highly infectious disease.

• Symptoms:

• It appears that symptoms are showing up in people within 14 days of exposure to the virus
• Cough
• Fever
• Shortness of breath
• In rare cases, COVID-19 can lead to severe respiratory problems, kidney failure or death.

• Medication

• There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
• The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.

• How it can spread?

• The virus is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person.
  • Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
  • Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
• These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

• For severe cases, there may be additional options for treatment, including research drugs and therapeutics.

Health Advisory Tips against the COVID-19

• Basic Protective measures against the virus.

1. Wash your hands frequently
2. Maintain social distancing, maintain at least 6 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
3. Avoid touching eyes, mouth and nose because hands touch many surfaces can pick up viruses and contaminated hands can transfer the virus to your eys, mouth or nose.
4. Maintain respiratory hygiene, i:e, cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. And if using a tissue please dispose it immediately.
5. If you have medical illness like fever, cough or difficulties in breathing then seek immediate medical attention.
6. Stay in a protected and healthy environment and avoid unnecessary travel.