Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV).
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a new strain that was discovered in 2019 and has not been previously identified in humans.
The severity of COVID-19 symptoms can range from very mild to severe. Some people have no symptoms. People who are older or have existing chronic medical conditions, such as heart or lung disease or diabetes, may be at higher risk of serious illness. This is similar to what is seen with other respiratory illnesses, such as influenza.
Source: World Health Organisation
What is the risk of getting COVID-19 on an airplane?
Because of how air circulates and is filtered on airplanes, most viruses and other germs do not spread easily. Although the risk of infection on an airplane is low, try to avoid contact with sick passengers and wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Should I go on a cruise?
CDC recommends all travellers, particularly older adults and people of any age with serious chronic medical conditions defer all cruise ship travel worldwide. Recent reports of COVID-19 on cruise ships highlight the risk of infection to cruise ship passengers and crew. Like many other viruses, COVID-19 appears to spread more easily between people in close quarters aboard ships.
What if I recently travelled and get sick?
Effect of Covid-19 to the South African Economy:
As of the 19th of March 2020 the Mr of Department of Home Affairs Mr Aaron Motsoaledi has implemented strict business operating hours for like Shebeens, Pubs, Bars and Night clubs they are to operate from 09:00 am to 18:00 pm in the evening from Monday to Saturday and 09:00 am to 13:00 pm on Sunday.
According to the South Reserve Bank Governor Leseja Kganyago, he assured South Africans that even though Covid-19 is taking its toll on our Economy it is expected to bounce back.
Source: EWN News
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