What is COVID-19?

An outbreak of respiratory illness, now known to be caused by a novel (new) coronavirus, was first identified in Wuhan, China on December 31, 2019. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the virus a public health emergency. The novel coronavirus disease has been given the name COVID-19.

COVID-19 is a serious health threat, and the situation is evolving daily. The risk varies between and within communities, but given the number of cases in Canada, the risk to Canadians is considered high.

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1. What are the best websites to get the information I need?
2. What is COVID-19?
3. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
4. I think I have COVID-19 symptoms. What should I do?
5. Who can be tested for COVID-19?
6. How do I isolate?
7. How do I prevent the spread of COVID-19?
8. What else can I do to prepare for COVID-19?