Is there anything I should not do?

2020-03-19

In any case, if you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing seek medical care early to reduce the risk of developing a more severe infection and be sure to share your recent travel history with your health care provider.

Is the source of the coronavirus causing COVID-19 known?

2020-03-17

Currently, the source of SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus (CoV) causing COVID-19 is unknown. All available evidence suggests that SARS-CoV-2 has a natural animal origin and is not a constructed virus.

How did the first human SARS-CoV-2 infections occur?

2020-03-17

Until the source of this virus is identified and controlled, there is a risk of reintroduction of the virus in the human population and the risk of new outbreaks like the ones we are currently experiencing.

Is COVID-19 airborne?

2020-03-17

The virus that causes COVID-19 is mainly transmitted through droplets generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks. These droplets are too heavy to hang in the air. They quickly fall on floors or surfaces.

Study: gestational diabetes linked to heart disease in offspring

2019-12-12

An international study has found that people whose mothers developed diabetes during pregnancy have increased rates of early-onset cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Diphtheria

2019-07-18