What is coronavirus?
Coronaviruses are a type of virus. These viruses usually cause mild colds but can also cause serious diseases. In December 2019, a new form of coronavirus was discovered in Wuhan, a city in China. This coronavirus is responsible for causing a disease known as COVID-19. It is believed that COVID-19 was transferred from bats to humans. However, there is no proof of this.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
The general symptoms of COVID-19 include (i) fever; (ii) cough; (iii) shortness of breath; (iv) head or body ache; (v) loss of taste or smell, etc. Different people may get different symptoms when they have COVID-19.
How does COVID-19 spread and how to protect yourself from it?
COVID-19 spreads through invisible droplets which a person who has COVID-19 spreads in the air when they breathe, talk, laugh, sing, etc. This is why doctors who treat COVID-19 patients wear special suits to protect themselves.
How do I know if I have COVID-19 and can it be treated?
The only way to know if you have COVID-19 is to get tested. If you know anyone who has the above symptoms, ask them to isolate in a room and get tested. COVID-19 can be treated by taking medicines and eating healthy and nutritious food. In some serious cases, hospitalisation may be required.