Most Googled Covid-19 Questions – Answered!

We have been sitting on our homes for more than a month now courtesy of novel corona virus a.k.a COVID-19. The recently declared pandemic COVID-19 has got everyone talking…With so much information, people no more know what to believe. If you’re one of them, we’ve got you covered. Here are the most googled COVID-19 questions…answered!!!

What is Corona virus?

Corona virus is a large family of viruses that cause illness. COVID-19 is the name given to the disease caused by this virus. It causes respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to other diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the common symptoms include-

• Fever
• Cough
• Breathing difficulty

How does COVID-19 spread?

We all are practicing social distancing so clearly one of the factors responsible is contact. If you get close to an infected person, you are at a high risk of getting sick. It’s advisable to maintain at least 3 feet distance from others.

However, we’ll have to practice more preventive measures than social distancing…

Covid-19 can be caused due to indirect contact too. So if you touch any infected surface, chances of you getting infected are high.

The virus survives on surfaces and clothes for many days. So touching any such infected surface or cloth and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes can transmit the disease.

The incubation period of COVID-19 (time between getting the infection and showing symptoms) is 1 to 14 days- Hence the quarantine period is 14 days ( makes sense, right?)

How do I get tested for COVID-19?

Let’s be responsible citizens and get yourself tested in case you are showing the symptoms. One can contact the state government helpline.

Officials would help you get tested and rested (if required)! One can also contact the national toll free helpline no 1075 for any queries.

Is there any treatment for COVID-19?

Sadly, no treatments are available as of now. The only treatment is symptomatic. Your body will have to fight it out.

COVID-19 is new in town and so it might take some time to make an effective vaccine. However, effective trials are being conducted in various countries so let’s not lose hope!

How to protect myself from getting infected?

Precaution is better than cure. There are simple ways of saving oneself.

• Maintaining at least 1 meter / 3 feet distance from others
• Washing hands with soap and water regularly
• Covering mouth and nose while sneezing
• Avoid unnecessary gatherings and meetings
• Always wear mask while going out

Stay home, stay safe.

Save yourself, save others.

If you have any other COVID-19 questions, check the government website here .

Let’s keep everyone safe and give our contribution by staying indoors and following the guidelines issued by the government.