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• COVID-19

  An infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus
• Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment
• Some people will become seriously ill and require medical attention
• Older people and those with underlying medical conditions are more likely to develop serious illness
• Underlying medical conditions

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Diabetes
  • Chronic respiratory disease
  • Cancer
• Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age
• Best way to prevent and slow down transmission

  Be well informed about the disease and how the virus spreads
• Preventive measures

  • Stay at least 1 meter apart
  • Wear a properly fitted mask
  • Wash hands or use alcohol-based rub frequently
  • Get vaccinated
  • Follow local guidance
• Transmission of the virus

  Can spread from an infected person's mouth or nose in small liquid particles
• Particles can be released when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing or breathe
• Types of particles

  • Larger respiratory droplets
  • Smaller aerosols
• Respiratory etiquette

  Coughing into a flexed elbow
• It is important to stay home and self-isolate until you recover if you feel unwell