COVID19 Notes

Overview
COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, which is a respiratory
pathogen. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild
upper-respiratory tract illnesses. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same
as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common
cold. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been
seen in humans.
People at Higher Risk for Severe Illness
 People at increased risk include:

 Older adults & very young people
 People of all ages with certain underlying medical conditions: Chronic kidney disease, Chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), A weakened immune system because of an organ
transplant, Obesity, Serious heart conditions such as heart failure or coronary artery disease, etc
 Pregnant people might also be at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
Causes of the New Coronavirus
Researchers aren’t sure what caused it. There’s more than one type of coronavirus. They’re common in
people and in animals including bats, camels, cats, and cattle. SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-
19, is similar to MERS and SARS. They all came from bats.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are
 Fever
 Dry cough
 Fatigue
Other symptoms that are less common and may affect some patients include:
 Loss of taste or smell,

 Nasal congestion,
 Conjunctivitis (also known as red eyes)
 Sore throat,
 Headache,
 Muscle or joint pain,
 Different types of skin rash,
 Nausea or vomiting,
 Diarrhea,
 Chills or dizziness.
Symptoms are usually mild. Some people become infected but only have very mild symptoms or none at
all.
Spread
 The virus that causes COVID-19 most commonly spreads between people who are in close
contact with one another (within about 6 feet, or 2 arm lengths).
 It spreads through respiratory droplets or small particles, such as those in aerosols, produced
when an infected person coughs, sneezes, sings, talks, or breathes.
o These particles can be inhaled into the nose, mouth, airways, and lungs and cause
infection. This is thought to be the main way the virus spreads.
o Droplets can also land on surfaces and objects and be transferred by touch. A person may
get COVID-19 by touching the surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching
their own mouth, nose, or eyes. Spread from touching surfaces is not thought to be the
main way the virus spreads.
 It is possible that COVID-19 may spread through the droplets and airborne particles that are
formed when a person who has COVID-19 coughs, sneezes, sings, talks, or breathes. There is
growing evidence that droplets and airborne particles can remain suspended in the air and be
breathed in by others, and travel distances beyond 6 feet (for example, during choir practice, in
restaurants, or in fitness classes). In general, indoor environments without good ventilation
increase this risk.
What to do if you have had close contact with someone who has COVID-19
 If you don’t feel well, stay home. Even if you have mild symptoms like a headache and runny
nose, stay in until you’re better. Stay home for 14 days after your last contact with a person who
has COVID-19.
 Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of
COVID-19. Call the doctor if you have trouble breathing. You need to get medical help as soon as
possible.
 If possible, stay away from others, especially people who are at higher risk for getting very sick
from COVID-19.
How long will the coronavirus last?
It’s too soon to tell how long the pandemic will continue. It depends on many things, including
researchers’ work to learn more about the virus, their search for a treatment and a vaccine, and the
public’s efforts to slow the spread.
Coronavirus Prevention
Take these steps:
 Wash your hands often with soap and water or clean them with an alcohol-based sanitizer. This
kills viruses on your hands.
 Practice social distancing. Because you can have and spread the virus without knowing it, you
should stay home as much as possible. If you do have to go out, stay at least 6 feet away from
others.
 Cover your nose and mouth in public. If you have COVID-19, you can spread it even if you don’t
feel sick. Wear a cloth face covering to protect others. You still need to keep a 6-foot distance
between yourself and those around you.
 Don’t touch your face. Coronaviruses can live on surfaces you touch for several hours. If they get
on your hands and you touch your eyes, nose, or mouth, they can get into your body.
 Clean and disinfect. You can clean first with soap and water, but disinfect surfaces you touch
often, like tables, doorknobs, light switches, toilets, faucets, and sinks. Use a mix of household
bleach and water (1/3 cup bleach per gallon of water, or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water)
or a household cleaner that’s approved to treat SARS-CoV-2.
How can you help stop the spread of the coronavirus?
Because the virus spreads from person to person, it’s important to limit your contact with other people
as much as possible and avoid large gatherings. Many states and cities have eased restrictions and have
allowed businesses to reopen. This doesn’t mean the virus is gone. Continue to follow safety practices
such as wearing a cloth face mask in public places. Everyone else should stay home as much as you can
and wear a cloth face mask when you can’t.
So it is important to rememver:
 Social distancing or physical distancing, keeping space between yourself and other people when
you have to go out
 Quarantine, keeping someone home and separated from other people if they might have been
exposed to the virus
 Isolation, keeping sick people away from healthy people, including using a separate “sick”
bedroom and bathroom when possible
Is there a cure for the new coronavirus?
There’s no cure yet, but researchers are working hard to find one.
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Overview

People at Higher Risk for Severe Illness

 People at increased risk include:

Causes of the New Coronavirus

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are

 Loss of taste or smell,

How long will the coronavirus last?

Take these steps:

How can you help stop the spread of the coronavirus?

Is there a cure for the new coronavirus?

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