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Around the world, governments are limiting travel, canceling public events, and closing schools, hoping to slow the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus. Though extreme steps like these may seem scary, the goal is to keep people safe.

COVID-19 is a serious disease, but for most people, the effects may not be a lot worse than a common cold. Still, like the flu and other illnesses, COVID-19 can cause serious illness, and even death. That may be especially true for older people or people who are already sick.

What makes COVID-19 a special challenge is the fact that it's so new. Doctors and scientists are still learning about it, and don't yet have tools to fight it.

Since the virus is new to human bodies, no one is immune. That means it can pass easily from one person to another and there's not much to stop it from spreading quickly.

So governments and health experts around the world are trying to create ways of slowing down the spread of the virus. One of the best ways to do that is to create gaps between people so that the virus doesn't have so many places to go.

This is basically what China's government did to slow the rate of infection. By locking down the cities that were most affected by the virus, and limiting travel in other parts of the country, China was able to create gaps that slowed the spread of the disease.

Many people around the world may wind up getting the coronavirus sooner or later, just like many people catch colds. But not everyone has to catch it all at once. And there are some very good reasons for wanting to slow down the spread of the virus.

For one thing, if everyone gets sick at the same time, hospitals could fill up. In fact, in that situation, many doctors and nurses might be sick, too.

The same is true for medical supplies. Already some places are struggling because there's a shortage of masks for health care workers. In the US, there are still not enough kits to test all the patients who may have COVID-19.

Slowing down the spread of the disease is sometimes called "flattening the curve". If everyone gets sick at the same time, the curve looks like a steep mountain. But if the spread of the disease can be slowed, the curve looks like a small hill, and there could be fewer cases overall.

Flattening the curve could also help make future cases less severe. That's because if the disease takes longer to spread, scientists will have more time to learn about the virus and figure out ways to treat or prevent the disease.

So even though it may sound scary to hear that governments are limiting travel, canceling big public gatherings, or even closing schools, these are all just ways of trying to slow the disease down and help keep people safe.

People can help slow the disease down, too. Many people around the world have started bumping elbows instead of shaking hands. Staying home when you're sick, coughing into your elbow, and washing your hands well are ways of helping to flatten the curve.

NewsForKids.net also has these COVID-19 resources:
* Overview of COVID-19
* Collection of our articles on COVID-19
* Regular, detailed COVID-19 updates

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Around the world, governments are limiting travel, canceling public events, and closing schools, hoping to slow the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus. Though extreme steps like these may seem scary, the goal is to keep people safe. COVID-19 is a serious disease, but for most people, the effects may not be a lot worse than a common cold.

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The COVID-19 coronavirus was declared a global pandemic by the WHO on March 11, 2020 (Credit: YouTube screen capture)

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the COVID-19 coronavirus global emergency is now a pandemic. The UN health agency urged countries worldwide to "double-down" on their efforts to curtail the spread of the infectious disease, which has swept into at least 114 countries and killed over 4,000 people in less than three months.

"WHO has been assessing this outbreak around the clock, and we're deeply concerned both by the alarming levels of spread and severity and the alarming levels of inaction. We have therefore made the assessment that Covid-19 can be characterized by 'pandemic,'" WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said at a press conference in Geneva, Switzerland.

What is a pandemic?

A pandemic refers to the unchecked spread of disease across many countries (Credit: www.utsouthwestern.edu)

A viral illness usually starts as an "outbreak." This refers to a large number of people in one area getting infected within a short period of time. For example, the series of measles cases in the US in 2019 was considered an outbreak. If the disease continues to spread extensively, it is termed an "epidemic." According to the WHO, an epidemic is "the occurrence in a community or region of cases of an illness ... clearly in excess of normal expectancy."

However, the rapid global spread of COVID-19 - which began as an outbreak with 41 identified cases inWuhan, China - has clearly gone far beyond the local community and region, transforming into a "pandemic." Scary as it sounds, a pandemic is a loosely-defined term that does not necessarily predict a severely dire outcome. The WHO usually declares a pandemic when a new virus, for which people do not have immunity, spreads around the world beyond expectations.

Dr. Nathalie MacDermott, National Institute for Health Research academic clinical lecturer at King's College London, says: "The change of term does not alter anything practically as the world has been advised for the last few weeks to prepare for a potential pandemic, which has hopefully been taken seriously by all countries. The use of this term, however, highlights the importance of countries throughout the world working cooperatively and openly with one another and coming together as a united front in our efforts to bring this situation under control."

How is the world stepping up to the WHO's call for action?

While governments and corporations worldwide had taken some measures to curb the COVID-19 spread, its new status as a pandemic has elevated the urgency further. Italy, which has reported 10,000 COVID-19 cases, including 1,000 deaths - the worst outbreak outside of China - has imposed severe travel restrictions and banned all public gatherings. All sporting events have also been suspended indefinitely, and schools and universities have been shuttered until at least April 3, 2020.

Spain, with over 4,000 cases, has declared a national state of emergency. In addition to banning non-essential travel, the government has also closed all schools and universities until early April. In the Catalonia region, all businesses and retailers, except for ones selling food or essential goods, have been shut down in the four hardest-hit towns. Madrid, which is the epicenter of almost half of the country's COVID-19 cases, has taken similar measures and closed all restaurants, bars, and shops. Only supermarkets and pharmacies are allowed to remain open.

The US is taking similar measures. Following the WHO announcement, President Trump imposed a 30-day ban on visitors from continental Europe. He also promised to free up as much as $50 billion towards fighting the spread of the virus. The US government is also in the process of approving a bill that will provide free COVID-19 testing for all, and paid sick leave and unemployment insurance for those afflicted with the virus, as well as additional Medicaid funding for local healthcare systems.

Professional sports leagues, including the NBA, NCAA, NHL, and MLB, have either postponed or suspended their 2020 season. A large number of universities across the nation have closed and moved classes online for the rest of the school year. At least a dozen states, including -Ohio, Maryland, New Mexico, Michigan, West Virginia, Virginia, Louisiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Washington, and Alabama - have closed schools until the end of March or early April. Large retailers, including Apple Inc and Urban Outfitters are shuttering stores globally, while others like Walmart, are cutting store hours. Many American city and town officials have banned large public gatherings, including concerts. Officials are also urging citizens to limit private events to less than 100 guests.

What precautions can I take?

COVID-19, a new strain of coronavirus, first surfaced in Wuhan, China, in December 2019 (Credit: CDC.gov)

Experts assert that simple precautions are the key to avoiding the infection. Wash your hands, including your nail tips, frequently and thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with your hands, and stay away from people displaying flu-like symptoms. Conversely, those experiencing such symptoms should get tested and not go to school, work, or any public area where they risk infecting others.

Given the unprecedented nature of the virus' spread, the situation is certainly not one to be taken lightly. However, thanks to the concerted efforts from government officials, corporations, and individuals, we remain optimistic that the COVID-19 pandemic will soon be contained.

Stay strong, stay healthy. We are all in this together!

Resources: Vox.com, LAtimes.com, www.brusselstimes.com USAtoday.com

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The WHO Has Declared The COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak A Pandemic: Here Is What That Means

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On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the COVID-19 coronavirus global emergency is now a pandemic. The UN health agency urged countries worldwide to "double-down" on their efforts to curtail the spread of the infectious disease, which has swept into at least 114 countries and killed over 4,000 people in less than three months.

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March 16
With schools closing across the nation in response to coronavirus concerns, many students may be jumping for joy. Others are worried, scared or confused. But as the American essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "Knowledge is the antidote to fear."

With that in mind, let's answer a few common questions about coronavirus - starting with its name.
Everybody keeps talking about "coronavirus" and "covid-19." Which is it?
Technically, either of these terms could be correct, depending on how they are used. The actual virus that appeared in China at the end of 2019 and has since hopped across the world is called "SARS-CoV-2," which is short for "Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome" and "coronavirus." Once the virus gets into a person, it can cause an illness known as "Coronavirus Disease 2019," or covid-19. Also, you might hear it referred to as a "novel coronavirus," which means that scientists already knew about other coronaviruses, such as the one that caused an outbreak of SARS in Asia in 2003, but that this one is new.
How does covid-19 affect people?
The most common symptoms of covid-19 include fever, cough and/or shortness of breath. A person might develop one or more of these symptoms in as few as two days after being exposed to the virus, but they may also not feel sick for up to two weeks after contact.

Scientists say most people who get the virus will be able to fight it as they might a bad case of the flu, however some people will have a harder time than others. Elderly people seem to be especially vulnerable, as are those with other conditions such as heart disease, lung disease or diabetes. Some people who have the virus won't even realize it, but in the worst cases, covid-19 can result in death. Fortunately, death is extremely unlikely to happen in infected children and teenagers.
Can pets get covid-19?
So far, one dog in Hong Kong has tested positive for the coronavirus. However, it isn't showing any symptoms, so it's unclear whether the virus can have a negative effect on pets. According to the World Health Organization, there is no evidence yet that dog owners can catch the virus from their pets. Of course, if you keep your animals inside and avoid walking them in public places, they will be even more unlikely to come into contact with the virus.
Why are schools, stores and restaurants closing?
Because SARS-CoV-2 is new, our immune systems haven't had a chance to learn how to fight it off. (Read KidsPost's story about how immune systems and vaccines work.) This allows the virus to move around quickly, infecting many new people for each group it comes into contact with. This makes schools, stores, restaurants and other public gatherings the perfect places for the virus to spread.

The biggest concern now, based on what's happened in countries such as Italy, is that if enough people get sick at the same time, hospitals might not be able to keep up with the demand for treatment. This is a problem for those who need treatment because of covid-19, but also for anyone else who might need medical services for everything from a twisted ankle or a cut requiring stitches to more serious conditions.
Can this coronavirus be stopped?
There are many scientists around the world working to develop a vaccine that could be used to halt the spread of this coronavirus for good. However, it will take time to develop that vaccine, and there are measures communities and families can adopt in the meantime to help slow the virus's spread.
Why do we have to wash our hands so often?
First, washing your hands after going to the restroom or before handling food is a great practice in general and can help you avoid catching all sorts of nasty illnesses. But hand-washing has become even more important as this coronavirus spreads. The easiest way to ensure you're washing your hands well enough is to use warm or cold water and soap and to keep scrubbing every inch of your fingers, thumbs, palms and wrists for the time it takes to sing "Happy Birthday to You" twice. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has more tips at cdc.gov/handwashing. (Also, remember to cover your cough with a tissue or at least your inner elbow.)
What is "social distancing?"
If your parents no longer want you to play basketball with your neighbors or go to a party that was set for next weekend, it's probably on account of something called "social distancing." And while it seems like a bummer, experts say it's another way everyone can work together to limit the impact of this coronavirus.

The idea behind social distancing is simple. The fewer people we have close contact with each day, the fewer opportunities the virus has to spread. (The CDC says "close" is six feet or less.) And that means not only will you and your family have better chances of avoiding covid-19, but so will your grandparents, your Scout group and the person you sit next to in a bus - any of whom might be at a higher risk to have a more serious reaction from the virus.
How long will this last?
Unfortunately, no one can answer that question yet. The CDC recommends that large events be canceled or postponed for at least the next eight weeks. Your parents, teachers and KidsPost will be coming up with creative ways to pass the time. But you can, too. If you have a suggestion on how to have fun and stay safe, send your ideas to kidspost@washpost.com.
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