What are the major symptoms of coronavirus?
Corona virus according to the world health organization (WHO) are a family of viruses that causes a range of illness from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV).
COVID-19 or Corona Virus Disease of 2019 as it was discovered in 2019 is a new strain of corona that was not previously identified in humans. It is a zoonotic virus, meaning it can be spread by animals including humans.
How corona virus is spread.
Corona virus can be spread through sneezing and coughing droplets from an infected person to uninfected person or in the case of uninfected person touching a contaminated surface.
Symptoms of corona virus
We are advised to watch out for corona virus symptoms in case one has come into contact with a contaminated object or surface or if a person has come into contact with an infected person.
Corona virus has an incubation period of between two days to two weeks after exposure from which symptoms may start to manifest in an individual. These symptoms maybe mild such as having a runny nose, sneezing and coughing, having a stuffy nose and chest congestions to severe emergency warning signs that will necessitate immediate medical attention such as difficulty in breathing, body aches and pains, fever and chills, weakness and fatigue.
Prevention of spread of corona virus
To prevent its spread we are advised to maintain a high degree of hygiene through washing of hands and drinking of plenty of water. It is also recommended to stay clear of people by keeping a safe distance. People are also required to sneeze and cough in an ethical manner devoid of spreading the virus.
Lastly we should seek medical attention by visiting their healthcare provider incase they have been exposed for medical advice and help.