1. What is coronavirus?

Coronavirus disease 2019 is a contagious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2.

2. What causes Covid-19?

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate illness and recover without hospitalization. The CDC does not list different symptoms for the Delta variant or others.

3. Can animals get infected with SARS-CoV?

Studies have identified a range of animals —such as cats, ferrets, hamsters, non-human primates, minks, tree shrews, raccoon dogs, fruit bats, and rabbits— that are susceptible and permissive to SARS-CoV-2 infection   Some institutions have advised those infected with SARS‑CoV‑2 to restrict contact with animals.

4. When is a person infectious?

The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests that people are likely to be most infectious around 2 days before developing symptoms and in the early stages of their illness. However, this peak will vary from case to case.

5. What are the symptoms of Covid-19 infection?

The most common symptoms include:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Chest pain or pressure
• Loss of speech of movement

Serious symptoms:  

• Aches and pains
• Sore throat
• Diarrhea
• Conjunctivitis
• Headache
• Loss of taste or smell
• a rash on the skin, or discoloration of fingers or toes

Less common symptoms:  

• Fever
• Dry cough
• Tiredness      

6. Who are more vulnerable or at risk of being infected with Corona Virus?

COVID-19 is often more severe in people 60+yrs or with health conditions like lung or heart disease, diabetes or conditions that affect their immune system. ​ Do your part to protect those who are at most risk.

7. State three preventive measures to prevent infection spread.

1. Practice frequent and proper handwashing - wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.  
2. Practice proper cough etiquette.  
3. Maintain a distance of at least one meter away from the individual/s experiencing respiratory symptoms.
4. Avoid unprotected contact with farm or wild animals (alive or dead), animal markets, and products that come from animals (such as uncooked meat).
5. Ensure that food is well-cooked.

8. Why is social distancing important?

Social and physical distancing measures aim to slow the spread of disease by stopping chains of transmission of COVID-19 and preventing new ones from appearing.

9. In that way can face masks effective in protecting against Covid-19 State One.

COVID-19 spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets travel into the air when you cough, sneeze, talk, shout or sing. These droplets can then land in the mouths or noses of people who are near you or they may breathe these droplets in.

10. What should we do if we develop symptoms of Covid-19?

Most people who get coronavirus (COVID-19) recover without needing special medical care. If you think you have COVID-19, stay home and call your local health.

Answer:

1. The corona virus is a very dangerous disease that is spreading throughout the country.