What Is the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
A coronavirus is a type of virus that often occurs in animals. Sometimes, it can spread to humans. This is rare.
In December 2019, a new coronavirus started spreading. Experts think people first caught the virus at a fish and live animal market. Now it is spreading from person to person.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), coronavirus symptoms can include:
- Fever
- Cough (usually dry)
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling tired and weak
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