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Central Helpline Number: 1075 / +91-11-23978046

Helpline Email ID : ncov2019@gov.in / ncov2019@gmail.com

 
  • Andhra Pradesh 0866-2410978

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What is 2019 Novel Coronavirus ?
2019 Novel Coronavirus, or 2019-nCoV, is a new virus first identified in Wuhan, Hubie Province, China. It is named novel as it has not been previously identified.
At present exact source of infection of 2019 novel Corona virus has not need identified. Coronaviruses are a large family of virus, some causing illness in people and others that circulate among animals. Initially, many of the patients in the outbreak in Wuhan, China reportedly had some link to large seafood and aimal market, suggesting the virus likely emerged from an animal source.
Current symptoms reported for patients with 2019-nCoV include acute onset of fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing.
The specific modes of transmission of the virus is not clear yet since it is a novel virus. The virus probably orignally emerged from an animal source but now seems to be spreading from person-to-person. It's not clear yet how easily 2019-nCoV spreads from person-to-person. It is thought to have happened mainly when a infected person coughs or sneezes, similar to how influenza and other respiratory pathogens spread.
A 24*7 helpline has been setup by the GoI at NCDC, New Delhi to answer all queries regarding the diseases. The GoI is closely monitoring the situation and has ascertained the level of preparedness in every State of India. As this is an emerging, rapidly evolving the GoI will continue to provide updated information as it becomes available.
Currently, there is no vaccine available to protect against 2019-novel Corona Virus.
All nonessential travel to China is to be avoided. If the travel is unavoidable- At all times follow the simple public health measures:
  • Obeserve good personel hygiene.
  • Monitor your health closely.
  • Seek medical attention promptly if you feel sick.
  • If you feel sick during travel, inform airline crew about your illness and seek mask from the airline crew
  • For futher detials kindly check Travel advisory issued by MoHFW, GoI available on website (www.mohfw.gov.in).
There is no specific antiviral treatment available for 2019-novel Corona Virus infection. People infected with 2019-novel Corona Virus should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms.
There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
  • All non-essential travel to China or affected countaries* to be avoided.
  • Observe good personal hygiene.
  • Prectice frequent hand washing with soap.
  • Cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing.
    • *The list of affected countries is available on WHO website (www.who.int) and would be updated time to time.
Self monitor your health starting from the day of last contact with such a case and continue for 28 days. Watch for the development of acute onset of signs and symptoms.
  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing
    • If you observe any of the above symptoms visit the nearest health facility for further advice and treatment. Further you must furnish the details of exposure of such patient to your health care worker.
If you develop acute onset of fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or shortness of breath, you should visit nearest health facility and the doctor's will decide if you need to tested for 2019-novel Corona Virus depending upon your history of travel to China/ affected countries or contact with any suspected/ lab confirmed case.

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