Epidemiology
New strain of corona viruse was identified in a cluster of pneumonia cases in china.
Most of the cases have had exposure to a large seafood and animal market.
Mode of transmission
The mode of transmission are currently unknown. Available information suggests that the 2019-nCoV is zoonotic and causes infections in humans through contact with infected anjmals. Evidence indicates that the virus is transmitted between humans.
Tips for travelers heading to areas where the -2019nCoV was reported:
- Avoid contact with animals (live or dead), animal products or visiting animal markets.
- Avoid contact with people with respiratory symptoms.
Symptoms
Fever
Shortness of breath
Pneumonia
Treatment
Currently, there is no known treatment or vaccine available for either people or animals. Intensive supportive care with the treatment of symptoms is the main approach to manage the infection in people.
If symptoms of a respiratory infection appear, you should:
- Stay at home and avoid mixing with others.
- Request healthcare, by contacting the health service by phone provide them with travel history.
- Do not travel while having symptoms
- Cover the mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
- Clean hands by washing them for atleast 20 seconds with soap and water, or with alcohol sterilizers.
Final Exhortations
4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
—Philippians 4:4-7 New International Version (NIV)
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