The world as it once was, is no more. The novel Coronavirus has changed everything – and at an incredible pace. The infection spreads rapidly. The Virus is topic number 1. But really we don’t know much about the disease.
there Are clear symptoms?
fever, dry cough, shortness of breath. With these symptoms is brought Corona in connection. However, it is not that simple, unfortunately. The disease is not the same for everyone. Some have pain, headaches or neck. There are now patients suffering from smell and taste loss. And not only that, The Virus is tricky. In some of the Infected show no symptoms at all.
How many people are infected?
The number of Infected rises and rises. Currently there are worldwide more than 700’000. However, this is only the confirmed cases. How many people are actually infected, is unclear. Some people have mild or no symptoms at all. In addition to tested a little. For more clarity, also antibody tests that will quickly show whether or not someone had the Virus to worry about.
How deadly is the Virus?
as Long as it is unclear how many people are actually infected, the mortality rate is only a guess. At the Moment, it is estimated that approximately one percent of the Infected die. Surface cover should show the end of the test, that many more people are infected with the Virus, and mild to no symptoms, would be the mortality rate was significantly lower.
picked up the Virus run its course?
The Virus first appeared in December, 2019 in the Chinese city of Wuhan. The initial infections were associated with a now-closed fish market in connection, also wild animals, such as snakes or bats have been sold.
The Virus jumped from the animal, apparently, to humans and then spread from person to person. It is assumed that the pathogen originated from bats and a previously unknown animal, a host, on the people jumped. Where the Corona-the chain of infection, however, has its beginning, is not clarified until today completely.
you Can be infected a second Time?
people who have been infected with Coronavirus, make antibodies. It is a body’s own protection so. Immediately after surviving the Corona of infection Affected are considered to be immune. It is unclear, however, how long this protection persists. Whether in years or perhaps only months. The crucial factor here will be whether and how the Virus will mutate.
How quickly corona viruses mutate?
viruses mutate constantly. Currently, the mutation rate is the Coronavirus but low. Luckily! This increases the Chance of developing an effective vaccine. But that need not remain so. The corona should change to a virus, would be of a previously-developed vaccine is useless, the former Corona-the patient may become infected again. Because your immune system would recognize the Virus.
Ends the corona crisis in the summer?
might Actually decrease the spread in the warm months. As this is also for colds and the flu the case. The reason is that pathogens dry air like. You will survive longer. In addition, our mucous membranes are more vulnerable. Corona-the all-clear in the summer sounds good, but is tricky. Researchers also fear a seasonal effect. Means: In the autumn of the next pandemic wave could come at us.
are Able to transfer animals Corona or get?
Whether animals can transfer dogs or cats, the Virus, or even affected, is unclear. So far, two cases with dogs from Hong Kong are known. The Virus could be by Swab, shown. Symptoms of the disease showed the animals but.
The Federal food safety and veterinary office considers the risk that Pets can be infected with the Coronavirus as very low. And it emphasizes: “so Far there is no scientifically verifiable reference to epidemiologically relevant infections of domestic animals by infected persons.” (jmh)
Coronavirus
The Coronavirus currently holds the world in suspense. Many countries are taking measures such as Closing schools or limiting public events, to prevent the spread. In Switzerland, too, the grass, the Virus magnetized. All of the current information and Figures around the topic there is in the Coronavirus-Ticker.
protection against Coronavirus
recommendations of the Federal office for health, how you can protect yourself:
Hygiene
wash your hands: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use a Hand sanitizer. Don’t sneeze, you Sneeze into the hands, or cough in a handkerchief; or if you have none, in the bend of your elbow. Handkerchiefs to dispose of properly: paper towels, should be disposed of after use in a closed waste bin. You stay in fever and cough necessarily at home.
contact minimize
Stay home and avoid wherever possible contact with people. You go only in the following exceptional situations, out of the house: the food doctor shopping or pharmacy visit / the home office is for your job not possible / you have to help other people. You keep if possible 2 meters distance to your fellow human beings, for example, in a line or at meetings. Avoid contact with people breathing or have a cough. You avoid public transport. You can be all that is possible to home deliver. Important: No welcome kiss, no hugs, no shaking hands.
stay Informed
Note the local instructions and recommendations. Strictly to the rules and announcements of the authorities. Infoline Coronavirus: 058 463 00 00, 24 hours a day available Info-page of the BAG: bag-coronavirus.
when should the ch one to the doctor?
do not Go out in the symptoms (difficulty breathing, cough, or fever) in the Public and contact you immediately – first by phone, a Doctor, a doctor or a health care facility.
patience
remains The Situation until Further notice. The Federal government informed in regular intervals about the current developments. It applies now more than ever: peace and quiet preserved, and the thing in common to serve.
