SARS-CoV-2 Virus
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SARS-CoV-2 Virus
Description
The SARS-CoV-2 virus is related to a family of coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-1 that caused the 2002-2004 SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) epidemic and the MERS (Middle East respiratory syndrome) which initially appeared in 2012. COVID-19 causes flu-like symptoms and attacks the lungs, with severe cases requiring intubation and a ventilator to help a patient breathe. It can also be spread by asymptomatic individuals. Preventive actions like washing hands, masking, vaccinations, and social distancing continue to be important protocols for combatting the disease.
Identifier
4.12.2b.1
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