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    SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. It is a new coronavirus strain that had not previously infected humans. COVID-19 was first identified in Somalia on March 16, 2020, with 722 confirmed cases and 32 deaths reported as of early March. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and fatigue, but can progress to severe pneumonia in worse cases. The virus spreads mainly through respiratory droplets when people interact closely or touch contaminated surfaces. Washing hands frequently and maintaining physical distance are recommended to avoid infection.

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    SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. It is a new coronavirus strain that had not previously infected humans. COVID-19 was first identified in Somalia on March 16, 2020, with 722 confirmed cases and 32 deaths reported as of early March. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and fatigue, but can progress to severe pneumonia in worse cases. The virus spreads mainly through respiratory droplets when people interact closely or touch contaminated surfaces. Washing hands frequently and maintaining physical distance are recommended to avoid infection.

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    SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. It is a new coronavirus strain that had not previously infected humans. COVID-19 was first identified in Somalia on March 16, 2020, with 722 confirmed cases and 32 deaths reported as of early March. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and fatigue, but can progress to severe pneumonia in worse cases. The virus spreads mainly through respiratory droplets when people interact closely or touch contaminated surfaces. Washing hands frequently and maintaining physical distance are recommended to avoid infection.

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    Coronavirus

    COVID-19 Disease
    What is SARS-CoV-2?
    What is COVID-19?

    Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2


    (SARS-CoV-2) is the name given to the 2019 novel
    coronavirus. COVID-19 is the name given to the
    disease associated with the virus. SARS-CoV-2 is a
    new strain of coronavirus that has not been
    previously identified in humans.
    What is SARS-CoV-2?
    What is COVID-19?

    Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2


    (SARS-CoV-2) is the name given to the 2019 novel
    coronavirus. COVID-19 is the name given to the
    disease associated with the virus. SARS-CoV-2 is a
    new strain of coronavirus that has not been
    previously identified in humans.
    What is the mode The virus seems to be transmitted mainly via small respiratory
    droplets through sneezing, coughing, or when people interact
    of transmission? with each other for some time in close proximity (usually less
    than one metre). These droplets can then be inhaled, or they can
    How (easily) does land on surfaces that others may come into contact with, who can
    then get infected when they touch their nose, mouth or eyes. The
    it spread? virus can survive on different surfaces from several hours
    (copper, cardboard) up to a few days (plastic and stainless steel).

    The incubation period for COVID-19 (i.e. the time between


    exposure to the virus and onset of symptoms) is currently
    estimated to be between one and 14 days.
    Preliminary data from the EU/EEA (from the
    How severe is COVID- countries with available data) show that around 20-
    30% of diagnosed COVID-19 cases are hospitalised
    19 infection? and 4% have severe illness. Hospitalisation rates are
    higher for those aged 60 years and above, and for
    those with other underlying health conditions.
    What are the Symptoms of COVID-19 vary in severity from having no
    symptoms at all (being asymptomatic) to having fever, cough,
    symptoms of sore throat, general weakness and fatigue and muscular pain and
    in the most severe cases, severe pneumonia, acute respiratory
    COVID-19 distress syndrome, sepsis and septic shock, all potentially leading
    to death. Reports show that clinical deterioration can occur
    infection? rapidly, often during the second week of disease.

    Recently, anosmia have been reported as a symptom of a COVID-


    19 infection. There is already evidence from South Korea, China
    and Italy that patients with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection
    have developed anosmia/hyposmia, in some cases in the absence
    of any other symptoms.
    Are some people more at Elderly people above 70 years of age and those
    with underlying health conditions (e.g.
    risk than others? hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease,
    chronic respiratory disease and cancer) are
    considered to be more at risk of developing
    severe symptoms. Men in these groups also
    appear to be at a slightly higher risk than
    females.
    What is the While animals are believed to be the original source, the virus
    spread is now from person to person (human-to-human
    mode of transmission).
    transmission? The virus seems to be transmitted mainly via small respiratory
    How (easily) droplets through sneezing, coughing, or when people interact with
    each other for some time in close proximity (usually less than one
    does it metre). These droplets can then be inhaled, or they can land on
    surfaces that others may come into contact with, who can then get
    spread? infected when they touch their nose, mouth or eyes. The virus can
    survive on different surfaces from several hours (copper, cardboard)
    up to a few days (plastic and stainless steel). However, the amount
    of viable virus declines over time and may not always be present in
    sufficient numbers to cause infection.
    When is a The infectious period may begin one to two
    days before symptoms appear, but people are
    person likely most infectious during the symptomatic
    period, even if symptoms are mild and very
    infectious? non-specific. The infectious period is now
    estimated to last for 7-12 days in moderate
    cases and up to two weeks on average in
    severe cases.
    How can I avoid The virus enters your body via your eyes, nose and/or mouth, so
    it is important to avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.
    getting infected? Washing of hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or
    cleaning hands thoroughly with alcohol-based solutions, gels or
    tissues is recommended in all settings. It is also recommended to
    stay one metre or more away from people infected with COVID-
    19 who are showing symptoms, to reduce the risk of infection
    through respiratory droplets.
    How can I ● Cough or sneeze into your elbow or use a tissue. If you use a
    tissue, dispose of it carefully after a single use
    avoid ● Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
    infecting ● Stay one metre or more away from people to reduce the risk
    of spreading the virus through respiratory droplets.
    others? If you feel unwell, stay at home. If you develop any symptoms
    suggestive of COVID-19, you should immediately call your
    healthcare provider for advice.
    Diagnosis

    The WHO has published several testing protocols for the disease.
    The standard method of testing is
    real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (rRT-
    PCR). The test is typically done on respiratory samples obtained by
    a nasopharyngeal swab; however, a nasal swab or sputum sample
    may also be used.
    Results are generally available within a few hours to two days.
    Blood tests can be used, but these require two blood samples taken
    two weeks apart, and the results have little immediate value.
    Management:

    People are managed with supportive care, which may include fluid therapy,
    oxygen support, and supporting other affected vital organs,
    Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been used to address the issue of
    respiratory failure, but its benefits are still under consideration.

    Medications:
    Per the World Health Organization, as of April 2020, there is no specific treatment for COVID‑19, On May 1,
    2020, the United States gave Emergency Use Authorization (not full approval) for remdesivir in people
    hospitalized with severe COVID-19 after a study suggested it reduced the duration of recovery, Researchers
    continue working on more effective treatments and many vaccine candidates are in development or testing
    phases.
    Covid-19 in Somalia
    Disease:
    Disease:Covid-19
    Covid-19

    Virus
    Virusstrain:
    strain:SARS
    SARSCoV-2
    CoV-2

    Location:
    Location:Somalia
    Somalia

    Arrival
    Arrivaldate:
    date:16/03.2020
    16/03.2020

    Confirmed
    Confirmedcases:
    cases:722
    722(as
    (as3rd
    3rdofofmarch)
    march)

    Recovered:
    Recovered:44
    44

    Death:
    Death:32
    32

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