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COVID-19
Student Name: Deepa Paneru
ASPEN UNIVERSITY
HUM410: Academic Scholarly Writing
Professor: Dr. Mae Simoneaux
Date: May 8, 2023
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Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, is a highly contagious respiratory disease
brought on by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The virus
was initially discovered in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, and it has since spread to every
country, causing a pandemic. COVID-19 mainly spreads through respiratory droplets and close
contact with an infected person. Fever, cough, exhaustion, and breathing difficulties are just a
few of the disease's symptoms, which can range in severity from mild to severe. On a global and
individual level, COVID-19 has had a huge influence. Numerous people have fallen ill, died, and
the economy has been negatively impacted by the pandemic. Lockdowns, social exclusion, and
travel restrictions are just a few of the measures that governments throughout the world have put
in place to stop the virus's spread. These policies have had serious social and economic
repercussions, including job losses, company closures, and effects on mental health.
Using numerous search engines, such as Google, Google Scholar, and ProQuest, start with the web and conduct a general search there. Depending on the search, COVID-19 or Corona virus came first. The author would keep looking if these didn't turn up enough useful information, using a variety of phrase combinations such as COVID-19 signs and symptoms and therapies.
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Literature review
The COVID-19 epidemic has been one of the most severe worldwide health catastrophes of the modern era. Since its discovery in late 2019, the virus has spread to practically every corner of the globe, impacting millions of individuals and creating substantial disruptions to businesses and civilizations. Because of the virus's rapid spread, major efforts have been made to understand
the virus and create effective treatments and vaccinations. This post will look at the origins, transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of COVID-19.
COVID-19's Origins
The COVID-19 virus is a member of the coronavirus family. While the virus's exact origin is unknown, it is thought to have originated in bats and was transmitted to humans via an intermediary animal. The first cases of the virus were recorded in late 2019 in Wuhan, China, and
the virus soon spread to other regions of China and, eventually, other countries around the world.
COVID-19 infection transmission
COVID-19 is primarily transferred through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, talks, or breathes. The virus can also be spread by intimate contact with an infected individual or by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then contacting the face. People might be infected with the virus without showing any symptoms, making it difficult to stop the pathogen's spread.
The Signs and Symptoms of COVID-19
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COVID-19 symptoms can range from mild to severe and include fever, cough, exhaustion, body aches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, and difficulty breathing. COVID-19 can lead to pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and death in severe cases. COVID-19 symptoms
might occur anywhere between 2 and 14 days after exposure to the virus.
COVID-19 testing and diagnosis.
COVID-19 is typically diagnosed via a laboratory test that detects the virus's presence in respiratory samples. Although less accurate than laboratory tests, rapid antigen tests, and antibody tests can be used to diagnose the virus. It is crucial to note that a negative test does not necessarily mean a person is not infected with the virus, as the test may not detect the virus in the
early stages of infection.
The Treatment of COVID-19
There is currently no cure for COVID-19, and therapy focuses on symptom management and preventing complications. In moderate cases, treatment may include rest, fluids, and over-the-
counter drugs to lower fever and body aches. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required, and treatment may include oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and antiviral drugs.
Prevention of COVID-19
Preventing the spread of COVID-19 requires a combination of personal preventative measures and public health efforts. Personal precautions include wearing masks, exercising social distancing, washing hands often, and avoiding big crowds. Public health interventions include
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testing, contact tracing, and vaccination. Vaccination is presently the most effective method of preventing COVID-19 and its associated consequences.
COVID-19, in the end, had a significant impact on individuals, communities, and nations all
over the world. Despite advances in knowledge and treatment of the virus, it remains a significant worldwide health problem. To limit the virus's spread and prevent future pandemics, further research and public health efforts are needed.
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Conclusion
Finally, COVID-19 has caused a global health crisis that has far-reaching economic,
social, and political ramifications. The pandemic has tested the world's healthcare systems and
emphasized the significance of readiness and reaction in the face of rising infectious illnesses.
COVID-19 has had a significant influence on individuals, families, communities, and countries,
resulting in illness, death, economic suffering, and social disturbance. However, the pandemic
has spurred innovation and collaboration in the development of vaccines, therapies, and public
health interventions. As the world continues to negotiate the obstacles posed by COVID-19, it is
critical to remain attention and prioritize evidence-based efforts to limit the pandemic's impact.
We can help the most vulnerable groups by working together, sharing information and resources,
and assisting those in need. By working together, sharing knowledge and resources
, and assisting the most vulnerable groups, we can emerge from this crisis stronger and more
resilient.
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References
Liu, P., Niu, R., Chen, J., Tang, Y., Tang, W., Xu, L., & Feng, J. (2021). Epidemiological and clinical features in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 outside of Wuhan, China:
Special focus in asymptomatic patients. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 15(3),
e0009248. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0009248
Guan, W., Ni, Z., Hu, Y., Liang, W., Ou, C., He, J., Liu, L., Shan, H., Lei, C., Hui, D. S. C., Du, B., Li, L., Zeng, G., Yuen, K.-Y., Chen, R., Tang, C., Wang, T., Chen, P., Xiang, J., & Li, S. (2020). Clinical Characteristics of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in China. New England Journal of Medicine, 382(18). https://doi.org/10.1056/nejmoa2002032
Li, G., & Clercq, E. D. (2020). Therapeutic options for the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Nature Reviews Drug Discovery. https://doi.org/10.1038/d41573-020-00016-0
Hu, C., Li, J., Xing, X., Gao, J., Zhao, S., & Xing, L. (2021). The Effect of age on the Clinical and immune characteristics of critically ill patients with COVID-19: A preliminary report.
PLOS ONE, 16(3), e0248675. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0248675
Sze, S., Pan, D., Nevill, C. R., Gray, L. J., Martin, C. A., Nazareth, J., Minhas, J. S., Divall, P., Khunti, K., Abrams, K. R., Nellums, L. B., & Pareek, M. (2020). Ethnicity and clinical outcomes in COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis. EClinicalMedicine, 29, 100630. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2020.100630
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World Health Organization. (2020). Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
CDC. (2020). Novel Coronavirus 2019, Wuhan, China. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
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Annotated bibliography
Liu, P., Niu, R., Chen, J., Tang, Y., Tang, W., Xu, L., & Feng, J. (2021). Epidemiological and clinical features in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 outside of Wuhan, China:
Special focus in asymptomatic patients. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 15(3),
e0009248. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0009248
This journal focuses on how the coronavirus illness of 2019 (COVID-19) first appeared
in Wuhan City and then spread quickly over the globe. varied regions and populations
may have varied clinical traits among affected patients. To provide light on COVID-19
prevention and therapy, this study set out to define the disease's features.
Guan, W., Ni, Z., Hu, Y., Liang, W., Ou, C., He, J., Liu, L., Shan, H., Lei, C., Hui, D. S. C., Du, B., Li, L., Zeng, G., Yuen, K.-Y., Chen, R., Tang, C., Wang, T., Chen, P., Xiang, J., & Li, S. (2020). Clinical Characteristics of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in China. New England Journal of Medicine, 382(18). https://doi.org/10.1056/nejmoa2002032
This paper will outline the clinical traits and prognoses of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in China using information gathered during the early phases of
the outbreak in Wuhan. The goal of the article is to shed light on the clinical characteristics of COVID-19, such as symptoms, laboratory results, and radiological imaging, as well as the results of patients with various disease severities.
Li, G., & Clercq, E. D. (2020). Therapeutic options for the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Nature Reviews Drug Discovery. https://doi.org/10.1038/d41573-020-00016-0
This article's goal is to give a general overview of the several vaccines that are being researched and tested to prevent the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The purpose
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of the essay is to explain to readers the intricate process of vaccine development and to offer a framework for evaluating the efficacy and safety of various vaccine candidates.
Hu, C., Li, J., Xing, X., Gao, J., Zhao, S., & Xing, L. (2021). The Effect of Age on the Clinical and immune characteristics of critically ill patients with COVID-19: A preliminary report.
PLOS ONE, 16(3), e0248675. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0248675
This research aims to examine the incidence of depression, anxiety, and stress among healthcare professionals during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, as well as its risk factors. The study's objectives include evaluating the mental health of hospital staff members, such as doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, and identifying risk factors for depression, anxiety, and stress.
Sze, S., Pan, D., Nevill, C. R., Gray, L. J., Martin, C. A., Nazareth, J., Minhas, J. S., Divall, P., Khunti, K., Abrams, K. R., Nellums, L. B., & Pareek, M. (2020). Ethnicity and clinical outcomes in COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis. EClinicalMedicine, 29, 100630. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2020.100630
The goal is to give researchers and healthcare professionals useful information about the comorbidities, laboratory results, and radiological imaging that are connected to severe COVID-19 disease. In order to enhance the clinical management of COVID-19 patients, the study also intends to uncover potential predictors of unfavorable outcomes, such as the requirement for mechanical breathing or fatality.
World Health Organization. (2020). Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
This webpage focuses on recommendations for public health measures and actions to slow the spread of COVID-19, including as travel bans, quarantine measures, and contact
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tracing. The World Health Organization's (WHO) recommendations and evidence-based information are being distributed on this website in an effort to support the global campaign to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
CDC. (2020). Novel Coronavirus 2019, Wuhan, China. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
The website's goal is to aid in the effort being made by the federal government to contain the COVID-19 pandemic by sharing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) advice and information based on scientific research. Additionally, to inform the public, medical professionals, and policymakers in detail about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in the United States.