coronavirus

Coronavirus disease (COVID19)is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.

Most people who fall sick with COVID19 will experience mild to moderate symptoms and recover without special treatment.

How it spread??

The virus that causes COVID19 is mainly transmitted through droplets generated when an effected person coughs, sneezes or exhales. This droplets are too heavy to hang in the air,and quickly fall on floor or surface.

You can be infected by breathing in the virus if you are within close proximity of someone who has COVID19,or by touching a contaminated surface and then your eyes,nose or mouth.

COVID-19 effects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate illness and recover without hospitalization.

Most common symptoms:

*Fever

*Dry cough

*Tiredness

Less common symptoms:

*Aches and plains

*Sore throat

*Diarrhoea

*Conjunctivitis

*Headache

*Loss of taste smell

*A rash On skin,or discolouration of fingers or toes

Serious symptoms:

*Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

*Chest pain or pressure

*Loss of speech or movement

Seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms. Always call before you visiting your doctor or health facility.

People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should manage their symptoms at home.

On average it takes 5-6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.

#Stay home

#Stay safe