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COVID-19

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COVID-19 is a disease. It was first discovered in 2019. The virus family is Coronaviridae. It has a mortality rate of 0.1-3%. It originated in China and can be referred to as COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2.

Key facts

names: COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2
first founded year: 2019
country: China
virus family: Coronaviridae
mortality rate: 0.1-3%

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Evolution of historical deaths from COVID-19

Evolution of historical cases of COVID-19

Relationship between cases and deaths for COVID-19

Description

COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It emerged in Wuhan, China, in late 2019 and quickly spread worldwide, leading to a global pandemic. The disease primarily affects the respiratory system but can impact multiple organs.

Transmission

COVID-19 primarily spreads through respiratory droplets and aerosols from infected individuals. Transmission can also occur through contact with contaminated surfaces followed by touching the face.

Symptoms

Common symptoms include fever, cough, fatigue, and loss of taste or smell. Severe cases can lead to difficulty breathing, chest pain, and organ failure. Symptoms range from mild to severe and can last for weeks or months in some cases (long COVID).

Vaccine

Multiple vaccines are available (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca), which reduce the severity and transmission of the disease.

Treatment

Treatment primarily involves supportive care. Antiviral drugs like Remdesivir, as well as monoclonal antibodies, have been used for severe cases. Oxygen therapy and mechanical ventilation may be necessary for critical patients.

Global Cases

COVID-19 has resulted in hundreds of millions of cases worldwide with significant mortality, particularly during waves driven by variants like Delta and Omicron.

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This dashboard is based on data from: John Hopkins University, World Health Organization.

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