Basic Knowledge
What is the recommended distance to maintain from otherws to reduce transmission?
6 feet
Where does COVID-19 come from?
Bats are the most known way that COVID had spread.
True or false: Having a food allergy means you should not get a COVID-19 vaccine.
False
Staying apart from other people when you have been exposed to the coronavirus is called:
Quarantine
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
Common symptoms include fever, cough, fatigue, sore throat, and loss of taste or smell. Other symptoms can include body aches, headache, chills, congestion, and nausea.
Who does COVID-19 mainly target?
Individuals with weakened immune systems, older adults, and people with underlying medical conditions like diabetes or heart disease may be at higher risk.
True or false: Once you are fully vaccinated you may not be required to wear a mask in public places.
True. The CDC has updated its recommendations on resuming some activities once you have completed your COVID-19 vaccines and allowed at least two weeks for your immune system to respond after your last shot.
The “corona” in coronavirus means:
Crown. Spike proteins on these viruses’ outer coating give them the appearance of a crown or halo.
How can COVID-19 infection be prevented?
Wash your hands, Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth,Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze
Is there a cure for coronavirus?
no cure for infection with the coronavirus behind the COVID-19 pandemic. However, different types of drugs are being tested in human patients for their ability to fight off infection or to reduce the severity of disease.
True or False: You can get COVID- 19 from the vaccine.
False
When is it safe to be closer than 6 feet to another person who is not sick with COVID-19?
When the person normally lives with you.
What country was the first to report cases of COVID-19?
China
COVID-19 has been described as a “pandemic”. What does that mean?
The term “pandemic” refers to the geographical spread of COVID-19, it is not an indication of the number of people who have been infected by the virus.
True or false: There is more than one coronavirus
True:There are hundreds of coronaviruses, and some of them cause disease in humans, such as mild colds and more serious illnesses or death.
An effective hand sanitizer contains at least this percentage of alcohol to kill the coronavirus and other germs:
60%
What is COVID-19?
COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which can spread from person to person.
How much of the population will the coronavirus pandemic actually affect?
Some estimates suggest that more than 1,000,000 Americans could die before the pandemic is over.
Coronavirus can cause gastroenteritis in animals. True or False?
True
What does the “19” in “COVID-19” refer to?
The coronavirus and the disease it causes were identified in 2019.