COVID-19

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which emerged in late 2019. The name stands for “Coronavirus Disease 2019.” COVID-19 can cause a range of symptoms, from mild to severe, and in some cases, it can lead to pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and death. The disease primarily spreads through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. It can also spread by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then touching the face. COVID-19 has led to a global pandemic, significantly impacting public health, economies, and daily life. Stringent measures, such as lockdowns, social distancing, mask-wearing, and vaccination campaigns, have been implemented worldwide to control its spread and mitigate its effects. Vaccines have been developed to provide immunity against the virus and are pivotal in managing the pandemic.