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The Deadly Coronavirus

The coronavirus is a group of viruses that cause diseases in animals and humans. There are 4 known types in the group named Alphacoronavirus, Betacoronavirus, Gammacoronavirus, and Deltocoronavirus. The first two can only infect mammals such as bats, pigs and humans. Gammacoronavirus infects birds and poultries, while Deltocoronavirus infect both animals and humans. People that are infected by the virus are known to cause mild symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat, cough and fever. This virus leads some people to more severe cases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome(MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome(RARS). According to the scientist, the Wuhan coronavirus is likely to become a pandemic.

The virus was first discovered in the 1960s. It was suspected to have originated from snakes and bats. Some people that are likely to become severely ill with the virus are older people and people with pre-existing medical conditions(such as heart disease and diabetes). As the infection became well known worldwide, it hooked me in a very uninterestingly way. I thought about how people endure this situation and how they cope with it.

Unfortunately, the coronavirus has negatively impacted China and other countries. This deadly infection has killed over 400 people. It has spread globally and over 20,000 people are infected. So far, Hong Kong and the Philippines have reported a death outside of China. The impact of the virus has not only affected people but also businesses and discrimination and racism against the Chinese people.

With the current event, it leaves people bothered and worried. The virus is easily transmitted to people by coughing and sneezing. Instead of panicking over this issue, we should protect ourself by it. You can do this by washing your hands every day and staying healthy and clean.