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What is COVID-19?​

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered novel virus, corona virus. It was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China in 2019. The outbreak was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30 January 2020 by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

How is it transmitted?

The virus is transmitted through contact with an infected person's respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes or through contact with contaminated surfaces.

COVID-19 has no cure and as such preventative measures are key to prevent infection and to slow transmission of COVID-19.

•  Thoroughy and properly wash your hands regularly with soap and clean water, or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub/sanitizer. 
• Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing (use a tissue or flexed elbow). Properly dispose off the tissue in the bin and immediately wash your hands.
• Avoid close contact and maintain at least 2 metres distance between you and other people.
• Avoid touching your face.
• Stay home if you feel unwell.
• Refrain from smoking and other activities that weaken the lungs.
• Practice physical distancing by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from large groups of people.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces

Most importantly, follow advices from the Government and Health Official on Covid-19 an avoid spreading FALSE information about the virus.