COVID-19

COVID, short for coronavirus disease, is an illness caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. It first appeared in late 2019 and spreads easily from person to person, mainly through tiny droplets when someone talks, coughs, or sneezes.

Common symptoms of COVID include:

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Body aches
• Loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Headache
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or diarrhea

Most people with COVID have mild to moderate symptoms and recover without needing special treatment, but some can become very sick, especially older adults or those with certain health conditions. To prevent the spread of COVID, it’s important to wash your hands, wear masks, and get vaccinated when eligible.