Am I At Risk Of Contracting The Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

A Coronavirus is a common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. The COVID-19 Coronavirus was discovered after a December 2019 outbreak in China. Symptoms of COVID-19 can usually show up between 2 to 14 days after exposure. In the majority of cases, the disease goes away on its own quickly and without any complications. With that in mind, let's begin. Are you older than 50?

Have you recently traveled to countries where a Coronavirus outbreak has been reported, such as China or Italy?

Have you come in contact with someone who recently traveled to such a country?

Have you come in contact with anyone diagnosed with or who is suspected of contracting the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Has an outbreak of the virus been announced by authorities in your area?

Do you often get the flu during the winter or fall?

Do you have asthma?

Do you suffer from a chronic illness such as high blood pressure, heart problems or diabetes?

Based on your answers, you currently have a very low risk of contracting the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Nevertheless, it is a good idea to take some preventative measures that could help protect your health. Wash your hands with soap and water often, avoid excessive contact with your face, cover your mouth and nose with a flexed elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue immediately. If you show any COVID-19 symptoms, contact a health professional as soon as possible for additional information.

Based on your answers, you have a low risk of contracting the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Nevertheless, it is a good idea to take some preventative measures that could help protect your health. Wash your hands with soap and water often, avoid excessive contact with your face, cover your mouth and nose with a flexed elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue immediately. If you show any COVID-19 symptoms, contact a health professional as soon as possible for additional information.

Based on your answers, you have mild risk of contracting the Coronavirus (COVID-19). While there is most likely no cause for concern, it is a good idea to take some preventative measures to help protect your health. Wash your hands with soap and water often, avoid excessive contact with your face, cover your mouth and nose with a flexed elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue immediately after use.

Based on your answers, you may be at risk of contracting the Coronavirus (COVID-19). If you do develop any COVID-19 symptoms, contact a health professional as soon as possible for additional information. In the meantime, be sure to wash your hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water often, avoid excessive contact with your face, cover your mouth and nose with a flexed elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue immediately after use.