Covid information hub
The Weekly Epidemiological Update gives a summary of COVID-19 cases and deaths on a global, regional, and national level while highlighting significant data and trends. It also contains other significant epidemiological data regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Global confirmed cases
Global deaths
About Virus
COVID-19 is the disease caused by a new coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. WHO first learned of this new virus on 31 December 2019, following a report of a cluster of cases of ‘viral pneumonia’ in Wuhan, People’s Republic of China, Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age
Virus Spread
The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing or breathe. These particles range from larger respiratory droplets to smaller aerosols. It is important to practice respiratory etiquette , for example by coughing into a flexed elbow , and to stay home and self-isolate until you recover if you feel unwell
Covid Variants
Viruses constantly change through mutation and sometimes these mutations result in a new variant of the virus. Some variants emerge and disappear while others persist. New variants will continue to emerge
Frequently Asked Questions
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