You should receive your test results as early as 24 hours after sample collection, but sometimes it can take a few days, depending on how long it takes the sample to reach the laboratory
How long does it take for symptoms of the coronavirus disease to appear?
On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days
What are the organs most affected by COVID‐19?
The lungs are the organs most affected by COVID‐19
Can COVID-19 be detected by CT scan?
Along with laboratory testing, chest CT scans may be helpful to diagnose COVID-19 in individuals with a high clinical suspicion of infection
Can COVID-19 spread through food?
There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread through contact with food or food packaging COVID-19 is generally thought to be spread from person to person However, it’s always important to practice good hygiene when handling food to prevent any food-borne illnesses
What are signs and symptoms of the coronavirus disease?
Signs and symptoms include respiratory symptoms and include fever, cough and shortness of breath In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome and sometimes deathStandard recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 include frequent cleaning of hands using alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water; covering the nose and mouth with a flexed elbow or disposable tissue when coughing and sneezing; and avoiding close contact with anyone that has a fever and cough
Can people with mild COVID-19 symptoms recover at home?
People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should manage their symptoms at home On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days
What are the complications of COVID-19?
Complications may include pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), multi-organ failure, septic shock, and death
In what conditions does COVID-19 survive the longest?
Coronaviruses die very quickly when exposed to the UV light in sunlight Like other enveloped viruses, SARS-CoV-2 survives longest when the temperature is at room temperature or lower, and when the relative humidity is low (<50%)
Do smokers suffer from worse COVID-19 symptoms?
Early research indicates that, compared to non-smokers, having a history of smoking may substantially increase the chance of adverse health outcomes for COVID-19 patients, including being admitted to intensive care, requiring mechanical ventilation and suffering severe health consequences
Has the coronavirus disease been detected in blood and stool?
COVID-19 virus has been detected in blood and stool, as had the coronaviruses responsible for SARS and MERS (14,16,19-21) The duration and frequency of shedding of COVID-19 virus in stool and potentially in urine is unknown
What is an asymptomatic case of COVID-19?
An asymptomatic case is an individual who has a laboratory confirmed positive test and who has no symptoms during the complete course of infection
Can asymptomatic people transmit COVID-19?
Yes, infected people can transmit the virus both when they have symptoms and when they don’t have symptoms This is why it is important that all people who are infected are identified by testing, isolated, and, depending on the severity of their disease, receive medical care
Can the coronavirus disease be transmitted through water?
Drinking water is not transmitting COVID-19 And, if you swim in a swimming pool or in a pond, you cannot get COVID-19 through water But what can happen, if you go to a swimming pool, which is crowded and if you are close to other the people and if someone is infected, then you can be of course affected
Can the coronavirus survive on surfaces?
It is not certain how long the virus that causes COVID-19 survives on surfaces, but it seems likely to behave like other coronaviruses A recent review of the survival of human coronaviruses on surfaces found large variability, ranging from 2 hours to 9 days (11)The survival time depends on a number of factors, including the type of surface, temperature, relative humidity and specific strain of the virus
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What are the long lasting fruits and vegetables I should buy for COVID-19 quarantine?
WHO recommends consuming a minimum of 400 g (ie 5 portions) of fruits and vegetables per day Citrus fruits like oranges, clementines and grapefruit are good options, as well as bananas and apples, which can also be cut into smaller pieces and frozen for later consumption or to add to smoothiesRoot vegetables such as carrots, turnips and beets, as well as vegetables like cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower are relatively nonperishable Garlic, ginger and onions are also great options to keep at home, as they can be used to add flavour to a variety of meals
What causes COVID-19?
COVID-19 is caused by infection with the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus strain
How long have coronaviruses existed?
The most recent common ancestor (MRCA) of all coronaviruses is estimated to have existed as recently as 8000 BCE, although some models place the common ancestor as far back as 55 million years or more, implying long term coevolution with bat and avian species
What is the difference between asymptomatic and pre-symptomatic COVID-19?
Yes, both terms refer to people who do not have symptoms The difference is that asymptomatic refers to people who are infected but never develop symptoms during the period of infection while pre-symptomatic refers to infected people who have not yet developed symptoms but do go on to develop symptoms later
How can one stay physically active during COVID-19 self-quarantine?
Walk Even in small spaces, walking around or walking on the spot, can help you remain active If you have a call, stand or walk around your home while you speak, instead of sitting down
What is a healthy diet during the COVID-19 pandemic?
• Every day, eat a mix of wholegrains like wheat, maize and rice, legumes like lentils and beans, plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables , with some foods from animal sources (eg meat, fish, eggs and milk)• Choose wholegrain foods like unprocessed maize, millet, oats, wheat and brown rice when you can; they are rich in valuable fibre and can help you feel full for longer• For snacks, choose raw vegetables, fresh fruit, and unsalted nuts
Can people in quarantine eat fried foods?
WHO recommends limiting total fat intake to less than 30% of total energy intake, of which no more than 10% should come from saturated fat To achieve this, opt for cooking methods that require less or no fat, such as steaming, grilling or sautéing instead of frying foods If needed, use small amounts of unsaturated oils like rapeseed, olive or sunflower oil to cook foods Prefer foods that contain healthy sources of unsaturated fats, such as fish and nuts