Coronavirus Disease-CO-VID19 is a new strain
that was discovered in 2019 and has not been
previously identified in humans. – World Health
Organization.
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause
illness ranging from the common cold to more severe
diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome and
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, they are named for
the crown-like spikes on their surface. There are four main
sub-groupings of coronaviruses, known as alpha, beta,
gamma, and delta.
The corona virus is spread mainly through droplets
produced when an infected person, speaks, sneezes or
coughs. These droplets are too small to travel far but may
land on surfaces.
How long Corona Virus Disease or CO-VID 19 can live on common surfaces:
SYMPTOMS: Common signs of infection include respiratory
symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and difficulty
breathing. In more severe cases, infection can cause
pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney
failure and even death.
Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread
include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose
when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat
and eggs.
Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms
of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.>
Basic protective measure against the Corona
Virus:
1. Clean your hands frequently with soap and water, or
use an alcohol-based hand-rub (sanitizer)
2. When coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth or nose
with the bend of your elbow, or use a tissue and discard
it immediately after use.
3. Maintain social distancing - Maintain at least 1 metre
distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing
or sneezing.
4. Avoid touching your face, nose and mouth.
The virus was detected on 05 March 2020 in South Africa
and on 23 March 2020, a national lockdown for 21 days
was declared by the president.
We hope that this will flatten the curve and that you are
keeping safe at home.
