COVID-19 Overview
The coronavirus refers to a family of viruses that can cause illness in humans and animals. The most recent strain that has caused a global pandemic is called SARS-CoV-2, which causes the disease COVID-19. COVID-19 was first identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and has since spread globally, leading the World Health Organization to declare it a pandemic in March 2020.
The virus is primarily spread from person to person through respiratory droplets produced when an infected individual talks, coughs, or sneezes. Common symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, and loss of taste or smell. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and even death, particularly in individuals with underlying health conditions.
Governments and health organizations around the world have implemented measures such as lockdowns, social distancing, and wearing masks to slow the spread of the virus. Vaccines have also been developed and are being distributed globally to help control the pandemic. It's important to follow the guidelines and recommendations of public health authorities to protect yourself and others.
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