10/07/25 Public Health Education Topic: Covid-19

Per CDC

Key points

• COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

• It can be very contagious and can spread quickly.

• As of June 1, 2024, nearly 1.2 million people have died of COVID-19 in the U.S.

COVID-19 most often causes respiratory symptoms that can feel much like a cold, the flu, or pneumonia. COVID-19 may attack more than your lungs and respiratory system. Other parts of your body may also be affected by the disease. Most people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms, but some people become severely ill. Symptoms of COVID-19

Some people, including those with minor or no symptoms, will develop Post-COVID Conditions – also called "Long COVID." Long COVID Basics

Prevention

There are many actions you can take to help protect you, your household, and your community from COVID-19. CDC's Respiratory Virus Guidance provides actions you can take to lower the risk of COVID-19 transmission (catching and spreading COVID-19) and lower the risk of severe illness if you get sick.

To learn more visit: About COVID-19 | COVID-19 | CDC