7 Things to Know about COVID19 (CORONA VIRUS)

1. COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a new coronavirus discovered after an outbreak in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

2. The disease is more likely to cause symptoms in older adults and those with underlying health conditions. Most people who develop symptoms of COVID-19 experience fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, headache.
3. There is currently no cure or vaccine for the disease, patients with severe symptoms are given supportive treatments like fluids to reduce the risk of dehydration, medication to reduce a fever and supplemental oxygen in more severe cases.

4. About 80% of people recover from COVID-19 without needing hospitalization or special treatment. If you’re young and healthy with only mild symptoms, your doctor will likely advise you to isolate yourself at home and to limit contact with others in your household.

5. To prevent or limit the spread of the virus At this point, the best way is to practice social distancing. Avoid crowded areas and people who show symptoms like coughing or sneezing.

6. Soap and water actually kills and washes away the virus from skin (it can not penetrate our skin cells). Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly With soap and water or use alcohol based hand sanitizer.

7. If you’re in Nigeria and you suspect a case of Corona Virus Disease, please call the NCDC TOLL FREE NUMBER 080097000010.