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Ways to fight coronavirus transmission at home Used properly, most common household disinfectants will kill the virus that causes COVID-19. Doctors and researchers are gaining a greater understanding about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak and how the virus can spread. Public health messages emphasize the importance of frequent, thorough hand-washing and social distancing to slow the spread of  COVID-19 .   You can also take steps in your home to keep the virus from spreading. No special supplies are required. You likely already have what you need. How is COVID-19 spread?   The virus that causes  COVID-19  can be spread by contact with someone who has  COVID-19 , as well as contact with surfaces or objects that person has touched. When someone with  COVID-19  sneezes or coughs, respiratory droplets are released into the air. Droplets typically don't travel far — no more than 6 feet (about 2 meters). The virus may stay on surfaces from hours to days.  

A new virus called the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was identified as the cause of a disease outbreak that began in China in 2019. The disease is called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared  COVID-19  a pandemic. Public health groups, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and  WHO , are monitoring the pandemic and posting updates on their websites. These groups have also issued recommendations for preventing and treating the illness. How does COVID-19 spread? Data has shown that it spreads from person to person among those in close contact (within about 6 feet, or 2 meters). The virus spreads by respiratory droplets released when someone infected with the virus coughs, sneezes or talks. What are the symptoms of COVID-19? COVID-19  symptoms can be very mild to severe. Some people have no symptoms. Mild symptoms may include fever, fatigue, cough, sore throat

Overview Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). In 2019, a new coronavirus was identified as the cause of a disease outbreak that originated in China. Coronavirus The virus is now known as the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The disease it causes is called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. Public health groups, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and WHO, are monitoring the pandemic and posting updates on their websites. These groups have also issued recommendations for preventing and treating the illness. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 may appear two to 14 days after exposure and can include: Fever Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Other symptoms can inc

Initially, monkey pox disease has symptoms similar to chicken pox, which is watery nodules. As the disease progresses, watery nodules turn into festering and cause lumps in the neck, armpits, or groin due to swollen lymph nodes. Monkey pox is a disease that can spread from person to person, but its main sources are rodents and primates, such as mice, squirrels, and infected monkeys. Monkey pox is a very rare disease, but can affect anyone. This disease was first discovered during an outbreak in Africa in the 1970s. Causes of Monkey Pox Monkeypox disease is caused by the monkeypox virus, which spreads through the patient's saliva splashes, which enter through the eyes, mouth, nose, or sores on the skin. Apart from sprinkling saliva, transmission can also be through contaminated objects, such as patient clothing. However, human-to-human transmission is limited and requires prolonged contact. Transmission of smallpox monkey initially occurred from animals to humans, namely t

At present, there is no vaccine that can prevent coronavirus. However, ways you can avoid the spread of coronavirus are: Wash your hands more often with soap and water, at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching hands, nose, or mouth with hands that have not been washed. Avoid close contact with sick people. Clean items that you frequently touch. Cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing with a tissue and wash your hands immediately. Stay home if you are sick. In its release, the Indonesian Lung Doctors Association recommends several things to prevent coronavirus infection if you want to travel. Avoid touching animals or birds. Avoid visiting wet markets, farms or live animal markets. Avoid close contact with patients who have symptoms of respiratory tract infections. Comply with food safety instructions and hygiene rules. If you feel that your health is uncomfortable when in an area of ​​epidemics, especially fever or cough, use a mask and seek health services. After ret

Here are some things a doctor might do to diagnose a coronavirus that might infect you. View your medical history, including symptoms that you feel Physical examination Do a blood test Perform laboratory tests on phlegm, throat samples, or other respiratory specimens. If you experience the symptoms that have been mentioned, you need to tell your doctor about the location you just visited or contact with animals. Most MERS-CoV infections have been found to originate in the Arabian Peninsula. Meanwhile, SARS-CoV and 2019-nCoV generally come from China. So, it is important to report travel history, especially if you are new to the regions mentioned above. Contact with animals carrying the virus, such as camels and snakes, or using camel-based products is also important to convey to help diagnose diseases caused by coronaviruses. How to treat conditions due to this virus? There is no specific treatment for diseases caused by CoV in humans. Most people with diseases caused