Coronavirus are a large group of viruses that are common among animals in rare cases they are what scientists call zoonotic, meaning they can be transmitted from animals to humans.
The viruses can make people sick, usually with a mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illness, similar to a common cold.
HOW IT SPREADS
Human coronaviruses most commonly spread from an infected person to orhers through.
The air by coughing and sneezing
Close personal contact such as touching or shaking hands.
Touching an object or surface with the virus on it, then touching your mouth l, nose, or eyes before washing your hands.
Rarely, fecal contamination
SYMPTOMS
Runnig nose
Headache
Cough
Sore throat
Fever
Feeling of being unwell
For those with a weakened immune system the elderly and the very young, there’s a chance the virus could cause a lower and much more serious respiratory tract illness.
PREVENTION
There ae currently no vaccines available to protect you aganist human coronavirus infection.
Transmission is reduced through;
Washing your hands often with soap and water
Avoiding touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick
If you are mildly sick, keep yourself hydrated, stay at home and rest.
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