Coronavirus: Everything You Need To Know About Cause, Symptoms & Treatment Of This Deadly Virus

Coronavirus in China has killed nearly 170 people and more than 7,700 people infected so far. Apart from China, several cases of this virus has been reported from countries like US, Japan. The outbreak happened last month. But what exactly coronavirus is? How can you prevent it? What are its causes and symptoms? Is there any cure available? Here's everything you need to know about this deadly virus.

What Is Coronavirus?

It is a family virus that can cause a range of illnesses in humans including common cold and more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

What Are The Symptoms?

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), symptoms of coronavirus are:

• High fever
• Runny nose
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty in breathing
• Headaches
• It can also cause lower-respiratory tract illnesses, such as pneumonia or bronchitis.

How To Prevent It

As there is no cure available yet but you can take some steps to prevent it. Here are some steps that you can take:

• Limit contact with other people
• Wash hands properly with soap
• Cover your mouth with a tissue or handkerchief while coughing or sneezing.
• Avoid direct or close contact with the affected people.
• Wear a medical mask

Coronavirus In India

Today, India has reported its first confirmed case of coronavirus in Kerala.The patient is studying in Wuhan University, China and is undergoing treatment. "The patient has tested positive for novel coronavirus and is in isolation in the hospital. The patient is stable and is being closely monitored," Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja said in a statement.

Update on Novel #Coronavirus: one positive case reported in #Kerala.#nCoV2020.

Read the details here:https://t.co/hYknfIKQiY@PMOIndia @drharshvardhan @AshwiniKChoubey @PIB_India @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts @ANI

— Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) January 30, 2020

Countries With Confirmed Cases Of Coronavirus

How Deadly Is It?

According to data, around 170 people have lost their lives so far and thousands of people are infected.

How Is India Responding To The Outbreak?

According to the Health Ministry, 9150 people have been examined to check the symptoms of coronavirus and till now, no case had been reported in India. Health ministry has also asked the travellers to visit the nearest health centre for a checkup if they are not feeling well. The ministry has also asked airport authorities to screen people who are coming from China.

If you are experiencing any such symptoms, you should consult a doctor.