Rhenzen Andrei T. Olaguer Grade:10 St.

Augustine

Activity during NCOV seminar/symposium

What is Novel Cororna Virus?

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.

What are the characteristics of novel corona virus?

The clinical spectrum of 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) infection is still being
defined. Now, investigators describe the characteristics of 99 people with confirmed
2019-nCoV pneumonia who were admitted to one infectious diseases specialty hospital
between January 1 and 20, 2020, in Wuhan, China.

The patients' average age was 55; two thirds were men; 47 had long-term exposure
(e.g., salesmen, market managers) and 2 had short-term exposure (shoppers) to the
Huanan seafood market. About 50% had chronic conditions, most commonly
cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases (40%). At hospital admission, symptoms
and signs included fever (83%), cough (82%), and shortness of breath (31%); few
patients had sore throat, rhinorrhea, or gastrointestinal symptoms (≤5% each).
Laboratory findings included liver function abnormalities (43%) and lymphopenia (35%).
On chest x-ray or computed tomography, 75% had evidence of bilateral pneumonia; 1
person had a pneumothorax. Complications at time of presentation included acute
respiratory distress syndrome (17%), acute kidney injury (3%), and septic shock (4%).
By January 25, 11 patients (11%) had died. Seven of the deaths were in people over 60
years old.
What is the mode of transmission of Novel Corona Virus?
Much is unknown about how 2019-nCoV, a new coronavirus, spreads. Current
knowledge is largely based on what is known about similar coronaviruses.
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are common in many different species
of animals, including camels, cattle, cats, and bats. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can
infect people and then spread between people such as with MERS, SARS, and now
with 2019-nCoV.

Most often, spread from person-to-person happens among close contacts (about 6
feet). Person-to-person spread is thought to occur mainly via respiratory droplets
produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes, similar to how influenza and
other respiratory pathogens spread. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of
people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. It’s currently unclear if a
person can get 2019-nCoV by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and
then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes.

Typically, with most respiratory viruses, people are thought to be most contagious when
they are most symptomatic (the sickest).

It’s important to note that how easily a virus spreads person-to-person can vary. Some
viruses are highly contagious (like measles), while other viruses are less so. There is
much more to learn about the transmissibility, severity, and other features associated
with 2019-nCoV and investigations are ongoing

What are the precautionary measures to prevent the spreading of Novel Corona
Virus?
There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent
infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always
recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory
viruses, including:

 Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
 Stay home when you are sick.
 Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
 Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular
household cleaning spray or wipe.
 Follow CDC’s recommendations for using facemask.
o CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear facemask to
protect themselves from respiratory viruses, including 2019-nCoV.
o Facemask should be used by people who show symptoms of 2019 novel
coronavirus, in order to protect others from the risk of getting infected. The
use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are
taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care
facility).
  Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially
after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose,
coughing, or sneezing.
o If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand
sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and
water if hands are visibly dirty.

Learning insights:
What have you learned from the seminar?
To be honest I did not learn a lot because I can’t hear the whispering voice of the
speaker, but thank you google for the information:).
How do you protect yourself from NCOV?
Just like in question No.4

 Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
 Stay home when you are sick.
 Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
 Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular
household cleaning spray or wipe.
 Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially
after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose,
coughing, or sneezing.

Proof:

kanang kapoy na tas wa kay nasabtan kay hinay kaayo ang tingog sa nag
storya -_- lumilipad na naman ang isip ko…