9. Coronavirus
The coronavirus that causes COVID-19, also known as SARS-CoV-2, was initially discovered in bats in December 2019 in Wuhan, the capital of China’s Hubei province. It has since spread all over the world.
A vast group of viruses known as coroviruses frequently cause respiratory infections. They can range in severity from moderate to severe, and their symptoms might include fever, exhaustion, a dry cough, and a loss of smell.
The COVID-19 virus is primarily spread by droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or exhales.
While COVID-19 does not have a specific treatment, there are numerous management options, including oxygen support, antivirals, and — most importantly — vaccines.
