What is this coronavirus?
We have heard the words "Coronavirus" and "Covid-19" all year, every single day on the news --- even I'm asking: "What is this virus?"
Where does it come from?
It is said that this virus is very close to in origin to a 'bat coronavirus,' however, there is no evidence that humans catch it from bats. The onset of symptoms were first notice in China in early December 2019. It is a respiratory virus which can spread through droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes (hence, always wear a mask outside and on the buses, at the shops, etc). It is not known to spread through food as 'cooking' will kill the virus. Washing the hands thoroughly before and after cooking is advised.
So what are the symptoms?
High temperature, a new and continuous cough and a change or lose of smell or taste. This is interesting = the range of symptoms can be from a mild illness to pneumonia, with severe fever, cough, sore throat and headaches. In very severe cases, difficulty in breathing can occur.
DO NOT PANIC !
Follow the guideline we're given by the government and we should be safe.
If you feel you 'may' have these symptoms = self-isolate (for 10 days) and arrange to have the test.
A mild case can last for two weeks, however, if it is more severe it may take up to six weeks or more to recover. Most people "WILL" recover from coronavirus but there have been extreme cases where the person has died.
Rest and drink plenty of fluids. The doctor may suggest over the counter medicines. In 'severe' cases, the patient is taken into hospital.
Follow the advice from the doctor! If you have had three days without fever and it's been 'at least' ten days since the first symptoms --- you can go out --- but follow the guidelines from the government!
1) WASH YOUR HANDS = A LOT!
2) WEAR A FACE COVERING WHEN OUTSIDE!
3) MAKE SPACE = SOCIAL DISTANCING ANYWHERE OUTSIDE!
It is crazy that this virus has virtually 'shut down' this whole planet, as it seems that nearly every country has been infected and each country is trying to deal with it in the best way possible.
This coronavirus has 'reshaped' our lives --- today!
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