How it spreads, infects: Coronavirus impact comes into focus

The video explains how coronavirus spreads through respiratory droplets and its survival on various surfaces. It highlights the virus's contagion rate, which is higher than the flu but lower than measles and tuberculosis. Early symptoms include fever, dry cough, and difficulty breathing, with recovery taking about two weeks. The virus is most contagious a few days before symptoms appear, and older adults or those with underlying health conditions are at higher risk for severe symptoms.

How long can the coronavirus survive on plastic and stainless steel surfaces?

• Up to 1 week

• Up to 4 hours

• Up to 2 to 3 days

• Up to 24 hours

Compared to the flu, how many more people can one person with coronavirus potentially infect?

• 1 to 2 people

• 2 to 3 people

• 3 to 4 people

• 4 to 5 people

Which of the following is NOT an early symptom of coronavirus?

• Rash

• Difficulty breathing

• Dry cough

• Fever

How long does recovery from coronavirus typically take?

• Four weeks

• Two weeks

• Three weeks

• One week

Who is at a higher risk of experiencing severe symptoms of coronavirus?

• Children

• Teenagers

• Older adults with underlying health conditions

• Healthy young adults