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1. Corona Virus
(nCoV)
2020

2. Corona VirusCoronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness
ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases
such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV).
A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been
previously identified in humans.

3. ▸ Coronaviruses are common, and typically cause mild
respiratory symptoms, such as a cough or runny nose.
▸ But some are more serious - such as the deadly Sars
(Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) and Middle East
Respiratory Syndrome (Mers).
▸ This outbreak - known as novel coronavirus (nCoV) - is a
new strain that has not been previously identified in
humans.
▸

6. How -nCoV Spreads
▸Droplets (coughing and sneezing)
▸Close contacts
"While we do not know all of the mechanisms of spread of
the epidemic so far, there is likely spread by droplets and
contaminated surfaces, and possible airborne [spread],
similar to SARS,"
Dr. Mark Denison, a virologist at the Vanderbilt University
Medical Center

10. Cause of DeathInfection of humans with the severe acute respiratory
syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV) results in substantial
morbidity and mortality, with death resulting primarily from
respiratory failure.
While the lungs are the major site of infection, the
brain is also infected in some patients

11. Investigations
▸ patients with laboratory-confirmed 2019-nCoV infection
▸ By Real-time RT-PCR and
▸ Next-generation sequencing.

12. ▸ The WHO is advising people in affected areas to follow standard
procedures to reduce the chance of catching the virus.
▸ They include hand and respiratory hygiene as well as safe food
practices.

14. Treatment
▸ There is no specific antiviral treatment recommended for 2019-nCoV
infection.
▸ People infected with 2019-nCoV should receive supportive care to help
relieve symptoms. For severe cases, treatment should include care to
support vital organ functions.
▸ People who think they may have been exposed to 2019-nCoV should
contact your healthcare provider immediately.

15. Cause of DeathInfection of humans with the severe acute respiratory
syndrome coronavirus results in substantial morbidity
and mortality, with death resulting primarily from respiratory
failure.
While the lungs are the major site of infection, the
brain is also infected in some patients

16. If a case is suspected, there are
processes to follow
▸ people diagnosed with the virus in the country must be isolated and
can be placed in quarantine.
▸ Within healthcare facilities, the WHO advises staff to implement
enhanced standard infection prevention and control practices,
especially in emergency departments.
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17. ▸ If you work at a hospital, it is recommended that
you:
▸ Follow standard environmental infection control
procedures for healthcare settings.
▸ Ask all patients about recent travel.
▸ Post signs that ask students and families to
follow standard hygiene practices, such as:
▹ Washing hands often with soap and water
for 20 seconds. Using an alcohol-based
hand sanitizer if soap and water are not on
hand.
▹ Covering their nose and mouth with their
elbow or a tissue when coughing or
sneezing.
▹ Avoiding touching their eyes, nose, and
mouth.
▹ Limiting close contact, like kissing and
sharing cups or utensils, with people who
are sick.

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