STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- As more cases of the deadly novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, continue to be reported across the world, it’s important to know the symptoms.
The outbreak first started in Wuhan, China, but cases have been identified in a growing number of other locations internationally, including the United States. According to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) situation report, there are 90,870 confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide as of Tuesday morning, which includes 80,304 confirmed cases in China and 64 confirmed cases in the United States.
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe sickness and death for confirmed COVID-19 cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said. Symptoms may appear from two to 14 days after exposure and include fever, cough and shortness of breath.
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The WHO reported that 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.
The CDC recommends calling a health care professional if you develop symptoms and have been in close contact with a person known to have coronavirus, or if you have recently traveled from an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of the illness. Call ahead before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room, and tell staff about any recent travel and your symptoms.
It’s important to monitor your symptoms, according to the CDC. Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening.
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.
CASES IN NEW YORK
According to Cuomo, there are 11 confirmed coronavirus cases in New York State.
Cuomo said the state’s second confirmed coronavirus case is a 50-year-old attorney who works in Manhattan and lives in New Rochelle, N.Y. Four additional coronavirus cases were announced to be tied to the man, which include his wife, two of his children, and his neighbor who drove him to the hospital.
On Wednesday evening, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said another five patients have tested positive, bringing the state total to 11. One new person who had “close proximity” to the second confirmed coronavirus case in New York tested positive for the virus.
Then, the new man’s wife, two sons and daughter also tested positive, Cuomo said. The two children attend Westchester Torah Academy, which will be closed at least until Friday.
The first confirmed case in the state was announced Sunday. A 39-year-old health care worker living in Manhattan who traveled to Iran was diagnosed with coronavirus, and officials said the woman has respiratory symptoms that are mild.
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