The virus belongs to the pathogen family, which is called coronavirus, which has previously caused SARS and MARS viruses.
9% of those infected with SARS and 35% of those infected with MARS died.
Suddenly where did this new virus come from and how horrible is it?
Experts believe that none of the types of coronaviruses that gave birth to the SARS and MARS viruses and the new outbreaks of the virus have originated in humans. Rather, they are born from animals.
Many animals carry dangerous viruses in their bodies but we are fortunate that these viruses cannot enter the human body in one go.
"In most cases there is a barrier and the virus cannot overcome that barrier."
"However, sometimes if someone's body has a weakened immune system, or for some other special reason, the virus can still be transmitted from animals to humans."
And it happens through the transformation of the virus.
In other words, the genetic structure of the virus in the body of the animal can change and take refuge in the human body.
"In order to grow in the new environment, the virus has to make some changes in its structure."
Scientists say this phenomenon is rare and that the coronavirus can become frightening when it enters the human body in the process.
Not all types of coronavirus are so dangerous. But viruses that can be transmitted from animals to humans are very dangerous.
"When a virus moves from one species to another, it is not possible to predict exactly what kind of stem it will cause. However, it can take a deadly form at an early stage in its new habitat," said Professor Easton.
The reason behind this is that when the virus suddenly enters the human body from an animal, our immune system cannot recognize it.
Because the human body has no previous experience in dealing with this virus. As a result, people's lives may be at risk due to the virus.
What needs to be done?
The bad news is that there is no cure. "The number of antiviral drugs is very low."
However, some more measures can be taken to prevent this virus. These are some very simple measures: such as hand washing and using tissues.
"It is very important to stay clean. It protects us from all kinds of harmful germs. So far this is our weapon with which we can fight this virus."
It is also important for the authorities to take measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
"People who are infected need to be identified very quickly so that they can be assisted. The real thing is to take measures so that the virus does not spread through them again." Coronavirus: Where it originated,
Many animals carry dangerous viruses in their bodies but we are fortunate that these viruses cannot enter the human body in one go.