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What is Social Distancing? And Why is it so Important in the Fight Against COVID-19?

Since the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, now officially known as COVID-19, took over the world, the term “social distancing” has entered the lexicon and used in every press conference and news report regarding the crisis. The Merriam-Webster dictionary definition of social distancing is, “The practice of maintaining a greater than usual physical distance from other …

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Coronavirus Signs & Symptoms: When to Call Your Healthcare Provider

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you should contact your healthcare provider if “you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing.” The World Health Organization (WHO) explains that, “Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience …

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COVID-19 Global Pandemic – How Did We Get Here? Timeline of The Outbreak

December 31, 2019 – The World Health Organization (WHO) receives a report that there is a pneumonia of unknown cause detected in Wuhan, China. January 11, 2020 – China reports its first death from the novel coronavirus outbreak, a 61-year old man who visited a live animal market in Wuhan. January 21, 2020 – A …

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