Coronavirus is a large virus family, which is known to cause colds and serious diseases, such as Middle East respiratory syndrome and severe acute respiratory syndrome.
What is novel coronavirus?
Novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus strain, which has never been found in human body before.
Is it possible for people to be infected with a new type of animal-derived coronavirus?
Detailed investigation results show that SARS coronavirus epidemic from civet cats to humans occurred in China in 2002, and Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus epidemic from dromedary camels to humans occurred in Saudi Arabia in 20 12. Some known coronaviruses spread in animals, but did not infect humans. With the improvement of global monitoring, more coronaviruses may be found.
What symptoms can people have after being infected with coronavirus?
Symptoms vary from virus to virus, and common symptoms include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and dyspnea. In more serious cases, infection can lead to pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, renal failure and even death.
Will coronavirus spread from person to person?
Yes, some coronaviruses can spread from person to person, and people are usually infected after close contact with infected people at home, workplace or medical institutions.
Is there a vaccine in novel coronavirus?
There is no vaccine for new diseases. It may take years to develop a new vaccine.
Can novel coronavirus be treated?
At present, there is no specific treatment for diseases caused by novel coronavirus. However, many symptoms can be treated, so it should be treated according to the patient's clinical situation. In addition, auxiliary care for infected people may be very effective.
How to protect yourself?
The standard suggestions to reduce the exposure and spread of a series of diseases include maintaining basic hand and respiratory hygiene, adhering to safe eating habits and avoiding close contact with anyone who shows symptoms of respiratory diseases as much as possible.
Are health workers at risk of contracting novel coronavirus?
Yes, because health workers have more contact with patients than ordinary people, health workers are at risk of contracting novel coronavirus. WHO recommends that health workers insist on taking appropriate infection prevention and control measures.