Common Questions about Covid-19

Here are the answers to the most common queries about the Novel Coronavirus based on our discussion with the various experts from the reputed institutes and analysis of the CDC, WHO, and MoHFW guidelines.

COVID-19 is an infectious condition, which means it can be spread, directly or indirectly, from one person to another

Involves your upper respiratory tract (nose,   throat, airways, lungs). Caused by the newly discovered coronavirus, called as novel coronavirus, first identified in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

Why is there so much panic?

-          The lack of verified facts and floating rumours are to be blamed for this panic. The most important thing is when a virus is new, we don’t know how it may affect people.

Will I die if I catch the disease? No.

Almost 80% of people have mild symptoms, and recover from the disease in 2 weeks. Most of the symptoms can be treated with timely medical care.

So, how exactly does the Coronavirus spread?

An infected person can spread the infection to a healthy person 

through eye, nose, and mouth, via droplets produced on coughing or sneezing. close contact with infected person. contact with contaminated surfaces, objects, or items of personal use.

Do I have coronavirus if I am coughing or sneezing?

You can suspect to have coronavirus, only if You have symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath) + any out of these:

-Travel history to a coronavirus-affected area (like China, Iran, Italy, Republic of Korea, etc.).

-Close contact with such a person.

-Visiting a healthcare facility/ labs where Coronavirus patients are being taken care of.