Corona Virus

            

   Virus Corona atau 2019-n-CoV


What is corona virus?

    Coronavirus is actually a common virus that is mostly harmless.The corona virus infects the nose, sinuses and upper          throat.Even so, infection with some types of corona virus can actually have a serious impact.

 The corona virus caused 585 deaths due to Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), which first appeared in 2012 in Saudi Arabia.  Earlier in 2003, corona virus caused 774 deaths due to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).


 At the end of January 2020, WHO identified 2019-nCoV in China.  By the end of January 2020, there were around 300 identified cases in China.  Each country has prepared prevention and security efforts, but the corona virus is still able to spread throughout the world.


Characteristics of the corona virus :

 Corona virus or corona virus was first identified in 1960, but the origin of the virus is unknown.  The name corona virus comes from its crown-like shape.  In some cases, the corona virus can infect animals and humans.

 Most corona viruses spread like influenza viruses in general.  Coronavirus is spread through coughing and sneezing of those who are infected.  Spread can also occur through the touch of a hand, face, and door handles or other commonly touched parts.


 Each person may have been infected with a corona virus or corona virus at least once.  In America, coronavirus infections are common in the winter and fall.  Infection is common in children, but anyone can get coronavirus.


Countries affected by the coronavirus :


1.United States of America

   The US Department of Health officially announced the first case of Corona Virus infection.  The case happened to a 30-year-old man in Seattle, and a 60-year-old woman in Chicago.  Both undergo treatment and gradually improve.


2.Australia

   Australia confirms the first case of Corona Virus infection in their region.  The victim is a man who had just arrived in Melbourne after traveling to China a week earlier. Today, it is known that 4 people have been infected with corona in Australia.

3.China
    Nearly 1,300 people were infected with the Corona Virus in China.  The biggest infection occurred in the Wuhan region.  Nearly all the dead were in Wuhan.  In Macau also confirmed two cases of corona virus.

 While in Hong Kong five people are known to be infected.  Three of these cases were confirmed in the past 24 hours.  Hong Kong has also announced an emergency status.

4.Japan

 The Japanese Health Authority confirmed two cases of Corona Virus infection on Friday (1/24).  Local media said the victim was a 40-year-old man from Wuhan who was traveling to Japan.  The victim was reportedly treated after four days in Japan.

5.South Korea
 South Korea confirmed two cases of Corona Virus infection in their country.  South Korea's health ministry said the victims were 50-year-old men.  The victim experienced symptoms while working in Wuhan on January 10.  Test results said he was positively infected by Corona Virus.


 The second case was reported on January 20.  Female victim aged 35 years who took a flight from Wuhan.  Both are reportedly in a stable condition and are being treated.

6.Nepal

 There is a 32-year-old man from Wuhan who is infected with Corona Virus.  The patient was quarantined and his condition gradually improved.  The government then sent the patient home.  Afterwards Nepal tightened surveillance at the airport.

7.French
 France became the first country on the European continent affected by the Corona Virus.  There are three cases of Corona Virus infection in the country.  There is one infected person in Bordeaux and another in Paris.

 Another victim was close to one of the victims who had been confirmed to have been infected with the virus.  The three reportedly often traveled to China.  Currently, they are undergoing treatment in the isolation room.

8.Singapore

 Singapore announced three cases of Corona Virus spread.  One case occurred in a 66-year-old man and his 37-year-old child.  In addition, infection also occurs in a 52-year-old woman.  All three are from Wuhan.

9.Taiwanese

 There are three cases of Corona Virus infection in Taiwan.  The Taiwanese government recommends not to travel to the Wuhan area.  After the case, all flights from China, Hong Kong and Macau were tightened and passengers were required to fill out health certificates.

10.Thailand
 Thailand's Ministry of Health confirmed it had detected two mysterious cases resembling SARS that infected two tourists from Wuhan, China on Friday (24/1).  Body temperature scanners placed in the city of Suvarnabhumi on Monday (1/13) detected a 74-year-old woman showing symptoms of corona virus infection.



 Thailand said it had detected four cases of Corona Virus infection.  Three victims came from Wuhan.  Two patients from China reportedly have improved and returned to their country.

11.Vietnamese

 There are two cases of Corona Virus infection in Vietnam.  The victim is a man who traveled to Ho Chi Minh City and transmitted the virus to his child.  Both have received treatment in hospital and reportedly in stable condition.

How to Corona Virus Transmission:

 Corona virus can be transmitted from animals to humans and between humans themselves.  Here are the most common ways of transmitting Coronavirus:


1.Direct contact with sufferers

2.Exposure to patient's saliva (kiss, cough, sneeze)


3.Touching contaminated objects (mattresses, pillows, bolsters, sofas, tables, etc.)

Treatment of Corona Virus Infection :

 Specifically for the 2019-nCoV virus infection, scientists have yet to find a vaccine that can fight the attack, given the relatively new outbreak.

 The only thing that can be done is to do medical treatment as early as possible before the condition gets worse.  Therefore, it is important for you to immediately see a doctor if you feel you have symptoms of infection as mentioned above, especially if you have risk factors.

 Some ways to treat Wuhan Coronavirus infection are as follows:

1.Special flu and fever medicines (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, etc.)
2.Expand the intake of fluids into the body
3.Enough rest


 In order to avoid a wider spread of the virus, the doctor may suggest that the patient be isolated in a special room during the treatment period.

Prevention of Corona Virus Infection:

 Coronavirus infection can be prevented in the following ways:

1.Avoid contact with people with infections
2.Use a nose and mouth mask when you are outdoors
3.Wash your hands with soap and warm water regularly
4.Limit contact between hands and eyes, nose and mouth
5.Drink a lot of water

6.Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, and vitamin supplements to increase body immunity


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