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What is the coronavirus, and what is COVID-19?

The coronavirus is a large family of viruses that can cause respiratory infections. COVID-19 is a disease caused by the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), a new strain of coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China. COVID-19 symptoms can vary, but some common ones include a congested or runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, mild cough without difficulty breathing, new aches, mild headache, mild fever that responds to treatment, loss of smell or taste, loss of appetite, occasional vomiting or diarrhea, or even no symptoms at all.

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How does COVID-19 spread?
COVID-19 can spread through various means:
  • Direct contact with an infected person, such as touching each other.
  • Indirect contact with contaminated objects or surfaces. Infected droplets from sneezing, coughing, or touching surfaces can remain infectious for several hours to a few days.
  • Close contact with the mouth or nose secretions of infected individuals.
  • Breathing in air containing infected droplets exhaled by an infected person.
  • Certain medical procedures and aerosol transmission in environments with little fresh air, especially during activities like talking, shouting, or singing in indoor settings like restaurants, nightclubs, places of worship, and workplaces.
How severe is COVID-19, and who is at most risk?
Most people with COVID-19 experience mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. However, in severe cases, breathing difficulties can progress to pneumonia. Children may generally experience milder symptoms than adults. The most at-risk groups for serious infection include people aged 70 or older, those with chronic medical conditions or compromised immune systems, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and pregnant women.
What should I do if I experience COVID-19 symptoms?
In many cases, you can manage mild COVID-19 symptoms at home. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has created a helpful guide for managing COVID at home, which includes an action plan and a symptom diary. This diary can help you track your symptoms and progress. If you're feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or your symptoms worsen, you should seek medical advice from a doctor. If you experience severe difficulty breathing, call triple zero (000) immediately.If you meet certain criteria, you may also be eligible for the COVID-19 antiviral treatment.
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