There are currently a number of reports and videos online that report on the coronavirus.

Many of them are from reputable sources, such as the WHO, but some come from self-proclaimed “scientists” who make something up and use this false information to unsettle a lot of people and spread panic. This is, among other things, one reason why we looked at the coronavirus on a factual level. (as of January 26, 2020)

General information about the coronavirus

The 2019 CoV virus first appeared in the Chinese metropolis of Wuhan in December 2019. Experts say it was transmitted from wild animals sold illegally at a market in Wuhan. The infection rate is high and increasing every day. Approximately 1,300 people are infected and 41 deaths have been reported (as of January 26, 2020). The virus is NOT classified as potentially fatal.

Similar to the flu, it is potentially dangerous for older and sick people. According to reports, the fatal outcomes always occurred when previous illnesses were involved.

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Update January 31, 2020

The World Health Organization has now declared a public health emergency of international concern. As of January 30, 2020, the virus reached 317 new cases, which the authorities in the severely affected province of Hubei in central China reported on Thursday, bringing the total worldwide to more than 8,100. In order to always keep an eye on the current facts about the coronavirus, we recommend We generally use the Robert Koch Institute website as a source of information (HERE).

Nevertheless, there are a few things you should know about the virus. Also to avoid the scaremongering of certain media.

What is a Coronavirus?
It is a large family of viruses. The best known are the SARS coronavirus (SARS-CoV), detected in 2003, and the MERS coronavirus (MERS-CoV), detected in 2012. Now, in 2020, a novel coronavirus was detected for the first time in people in China, 2019-CoV.

What do coronaviruses do?
Depending on the type, they cause mild colds to serious illnesses with difficulty breathing, high fever, and pneumonia with potentially fatal outcomes.

How can you get infected?
» Animal – Animal
» Animal – Human
» Human – Human
The infection occurs via droplet infection, e.g. E.g. coughing, sneezing. But it is significantly lower than with the flu.

How long does the incubation period last?
(Period between infection and outbreak of the disease) 2 – 14 days

What are the symptoms?
» Common coronaviruses: mild to asymptomatic
» Novel coronavirus: including fever, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing.
» Severe course: pneumonia, acute severe respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, possibly death.

How is therapy done?
exclusively symptomatic, such as antipyretic, etc.

Is there a vaccine?
No

How can you protect yourself?
» Avoid contact with sick people
» Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water
» When coughing/sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue, do not use your hands.
» A face mask provides little or no protection

How high is our risk of infection?
There is a certain risk associated with long-distance travel. However, travel connections to the Wuhan region, where most cases are still registered, have now been suspended

How is the virus detected?
Among other things through sputum (sputum when coughing), throat swab, EDTA blood

Are there infected people outside of China?
Yes, in America, France, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam (as of January 26, 2020)

Should we expect a pandemic (global outbreak of the disease)?
The WHO has NOT declared a global emergency, but is taking the situation seriously and is closely monitoring the progress.

Is there a travel warning to China?
No, but travelers to China should note the following: Avoid contact with sick people. Avoid contact with dead and living animals. Avoid markets with live animals or animal products. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water regularly. (as of January 26, 2020)

Are we prepared for a wave of infections?
Suspected cases and cases of illness are treated in hospitals in accordance with SARS and MERS hygiene regulations. It would not be necessary to transfer patients to special facilities.

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Related to the topic: » The patent on the coronavirus – what’s behind it? (fact check)

Sources: WHO , Coronavirus (Arges.at) , Coronavirus: What you need to know about the lung disease (BR24) , WHO (2)
Author: Kirsten Suckert


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