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PROJECT WORK- Make a project report on COVID-19: A GLOBAL THREAT
Project report must include-
What is COVID-19 and its causative agent?
Symptoms of COVID-19
Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating COVID-19
Difference between self isolation, self quarantine and social distancing.
Precautions being taken to protect ourselves from infection of COVID-19.
Will taking extra vitamins supplements help against infection of COVID-19
Answers
Explanation:
Nine new Member States (Brazil, Denmark, Estonia, Georgia, Greece, Norway,
Pakistan, Romania, and North Macedonia) reported cases of COVID-19 in the
past 24 hours.
• WHO and the World Tourism Organization released a joint statement
regarding responsibility and coordination on tourism and COVID-19. For more
information, please visit this webpage.
• OpenWHO, a web-based learning platform, has launched the free online
courses Introduction to Emerging Respiratory Viruses, Including Novel
Coronovirus, in Portuguese and Health and Safety Briefing for Respiratory
Diseases – ePROTECT in French today.
• WHO is utilizing an international network of expert laboratories to provide
support in the detection of the COVID-19 virus globally. For more information,
please see the Subject in Focus below.
Figure 1. Countries, territories or areas with reported confirmed cases of COVID-19, 27 February 2020
On 9 January 2020, WHO published interim laboratory guidance for detection of the novel coronavirus. This
guidance is continually updated as more data becomes available and includes advice on sample collection, diagnostic
testing, and pathogen characterization. Specific interim guidance on biosafety in the laboratory has also been
published. An update to the guidance for the international shipment of specimens will follow soon. WHO is utilizing
an international network of expert laboratories to provide support in the detection of the COVID-19 virus globally.The diagnostic landscape of this outbreak is changing quickly. The first COVID-19 cases were detected using genomic
sequencing, but multiple RT-PCR commercial and non-commercial assays have since been developed. As the
international case load increases, there is an urgent need to rapidly scale up diagnostic capacity to detect and
confirm cases of COVID-19. WHO has taken a three-pronged approach to enhance global diagnostic capacity for the
COVID-19 virus:
1) Developing a WHO network of 15 COVID-19 reference laboratories with demonstrated expertise in the
molecular detection of coronaviruses. These international laboratories can support national labs to confirm
the COVID-19 virus and troubleshoot their molecular assays.
2) Strengthening national capacity for detection of the COVID-19 virus so that diagnostic testing can be
performed rapidly without the need for overseas shipping. Existing global networks for detection of
respiratory pathogens are being utilized including, notably, the National Influenza Centers that support the
Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System.
3) Ensuring ongoing test availability. WHO has procured a commercial assay (manufactured under ISO:13485)
with strong performance data and shipped to over 150 laboratories globally as an interim measure for
Member States requesting support. The main goal is to strengthen global diagnostic capacity for detection of
the COVID-19 virus. Support is now also provided to ensure the quality of testing through the
implementation of an External Quality Assurance mechanism.
Public health efforts are targeted at both interrupting further transmission and monitoring the spread of COVID-19.
As reports of asymptomatic cases increase, the need for reliable serology testing is becoming more urgent. There are
a number of groups working on this and developments are being monitored.Province/
Region/
City
Population
(10,000s)
Daily Cumulative
Confirmed
cases
Suspected
cases
Deaths Confirmed
cases
Deaths
Hubei 5917 409 403 26 65596 2641
Guangdong 11346 0 0 0 1347 7
Henan 9605 1 2 1 1272 20
Zhejiang 5737 0 0 0 1205 1
Hunan 6899 1 0 0 1017 4
Anhui 6324 0 0 0 989 6
Jiangxi 4648 0 0 0 934 1
Shandong 10047 0 0 0 756 6
Jiangsu 8051 0 0 0 631 0
Chongqing 3102 0 11 0 576 6
Sichuan 8341 3 4 0 534 3
Heilongjiang 3773 0 0 1 480 13
Beijing 2154 10 10 1 410 5
Shanghai 2424 1 33 0 337 3
Hebei 7556 5 0 0 317 6
Fujian 3941 2 0 0 296 1
Guangxi 4926 0 0 0 252 2
Shaanxi 3864 0 0 0 245 1
Yunnan 4830 0 3 0 174 2
Hainan 934 0 4 0 168 5
Guizhou 3600 0 1 0 146 2
Tianjin 1560 0 20 0 135 3
Shanxi 3718 0 1 0 133 0
Liaoning 4359 0 14 0 121 1
Jilin 2704 0 2 0 93 1
Gansu 2637 0 0 0 91 2
Hong Kong SAR 745 6 0 0 91 2
Xinjiang 2487 0 0 0 76 2
Inner Mongolia 2534 0 0 0 75 0
Ningxia 688 1 0 0 72 0
Taipei and environs 2359 0 0 0 32 1
Qinghai 603 0 0 0 18 0
Macao SAR 66 0 0 0 10 0
Xizang 344 0 0 0 1 0
Total 142823 439 508 29 78630 2747
Explanation:
COVID-19 is now a global pandemic.
Health officials around the world are rushing to contain the spread of COVID-19, a respiratory illness that has infected more than 5 million people and killed over 300,000. What started as a mysterious illness has turned into a global pandemic with massive ramifications.
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans.
Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people. Detailed investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted from civet cats to humans and MERS-CoV from dromedary camels to humans. Several known coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans.
Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.
Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing
Can the coronavirus be treated with antibiotics?
No, antibiotics do not work against viruses, only bacteria.
The new coronavirus (COVID19) is a virus and, therefore, antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment.
However, if you are hospitalized for COVID19 you may receive antibiotics because bacterial co-infection is possible.
This article will explain the differences between physical distancing and self-isolation,
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Although “social distancing” means keeping a physical distance between oneself and others, it also implies keeping an emotional distance. However, during a pandemic, it is important for a person to stay connected with their friends, family, and community.
What is physical distancing?
Physical distancing means keeping 6 feet, or 2 meters, away from people who do not live in one’s household.
Physical distancing aims to slow the spread of the virus by keeping people away from each other.
Physical distancing means:
not going to large events such as sports games, music festivals, or theater shows
not going to social gatherings, such as parties or weddings
not meeting with friends or family
not gathering in public places such as shopping malls, bars, restaurants, or parks
keeping at least 6 feet (2 meters) away from people who do not live in the same household
The World Health Organization (WHO) have advised everyone to physically distance themselves from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
The CDC recommend that all people wear cloth face masks in public places where it is difficult to maintain a 6-foot (2-meter) distance from others. This will help slow the spread of the virus from asymptomatic people and people who do not know that they have contracted it. People should wear cloth face masks while continuing to practice physical distancing. Instructions for making masks at home are available here. Note: It is critical that surgical masks and N95 respirators are reserved for healthcare workers.
What is self-isolation?
Self-isolation aims to keep people who may have COVID-19 away from others. This should stop them from pa
Self-isolation means:
staying at home for 7 days, unless to seek urgent medical care
avoiding public transport when seeking medical care
not having visitors
trying to stay in separate rooms, if living in a shared household
asking delivery drivers to leave items outside
During self-isolation, people should also be:
staying in a well-ventilated room that has an opening window
using different towels to others living in the same house
regularly cleaning toilets and bathrooms
washing cutlery and dishes thoroughly
Most people with COVID-19 will experience symptoms that do not require specialist care. These symptoms may include:
a high temperature
a new, continuous cough
shortness of breath
However, if a person develops any of the following symptoms, they or their caregiver should call for emergency assistance straight away:
difficulty breathing
persistent pain in the chest
a feeling of pressure in the chest
confusion
blue lips
a bluish face
What is quarantine?
Anyone who has had exposure to SARS-CoV-2 or who tests positive for the virus may need to go into quarantine.
Being in quarantine means that a person is separated from others and that their movements are restricted. This stops the disease from spreading.