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What is COVID-19?

On 31 December 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported a cluster of pneumonia cases in Wuhan City, China. ‘Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2’ (SARS-CoV-2) was confirmed as the causative agent of what we now know as ‘Coronavirus Disease 2019’ (COVID-19). Since then, the virus has spread to more than 100 countries, including South Africa.

 

SYMPTOMS
The most common symptoms are:

• Cough
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Shortness of breath

 

PREVENTATIVE TIPS

– Wash your hands regularly with soap or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

– Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

– Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

– Cover your cough or sneeze with a flexed elbow or a tissue, then throw the tissue in the bin.

– Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

 

Regulations and Guidelines - Coronavirus COVID-19
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